What's the number to Washington ESD unemployment office?

The main number is 800-318-6022 but good luck getting through. I've been calling for 2 weeks straight and either get disconnected or put on hold for hours.

For appeals specifically you want the adjudication line at 855-682-0785. But honestly the wait times are insane right now. Have you tried using their online messaging system through your SecureAccess Washington account?

I was having the same problem getting through to Washington ESD until someone told me about this service called Claimyr. They basically call for you and get you connected to an actual agent. I was skeptical at first but it actually worked - got through in like 20 minutes instead of spending all day redialing. Check out claimyr.com, they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ that shows how it works.

Here are all the Washington ESD phone numbers I have saved: • Main UI line: 800-318-6022 • Adjudication/Appeals: 855-682-0785 • Fraud hotline: 800-246-9763 • Employer line: 855-457-3553 For your appeal situation definitely use the adjudication line. Best times to call are first thing in the morning or right after lunch around 1pm.

just use the website its easier than calling

I feel your pain. Washington ESD's phone system is a nightmare. I spent 6 hours on hold last month just to ask one simple question about my job search requirements. The whole system is broken.

Pro tip: if you call the main number and keep pressing 0 during the automated menu, sometimes it transfers you to a live person faster than going through all the prompts.

The whole situation with Washington ESD phone lines is ridiculous. They laid off so many staff during budget cuts but didn't reduce the call volume. We're all suffering because of their poor planning.

Have you tried calling your local WorkSource office? Sometimes they can help with Washington ESD issues or at least point you in the right direction. My local office helped me figure out my job search log requirements.

Update: I finally got through using that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. Took about 25 minutes and I was talking to an actual Washington ESD agent. They helped me resolve my adjudication issue that had been pending for a month. Definitely recommend it if you're stuck.

For future reference, if your appeal gets denied you have 30 days to request a hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings. Don't wait until the last minute because the process takes time. Make sure you have all your documentation ready.

this happened to my brother last year and he just kept calling every day until someone answered. took him like 2 weeks but he got it sorted out

Make sure when you do get through that you have your Social Security number, claim confirmation number, and any relevant documents ready. Nothing worse than finally reaching someone and not having the info they need.

I gave up trying to call and just drove to the local office. Waited 3 hours but at least I talked to someone face to face. Not sure if that's still an option with COVID restrictions though.

Just want to echo what others have said about Claimyr - it really does work. I used it twice now when I couldn't get through the normal way. The second time was for a job search requirement question and they got me to the right department immediately. Check out their demo video if you're curious how it works.

The automated system is designed to discourage people from calling. It's intentionally confusing and frustrating. Stick with it though because talking to a real person is the only way to get complex issues resolved.

Final tip: when you do get through, ask the agent for their direct extension or supervisor contact if possible. Some agents will give you a way to reach them directly if you need follow-up help. Not all will do this but it's worth asking.

Thanks everyone for all the help and phone numbers. I'm going to try the adjudication line first thing tomorrow morning. If that doesn't work I'll probably give that Claimyr service a try since so many people here said it worked for them. Will update if I get through!