When do unemployment benefits get paid in Washington - confused about payment timing

I checked and it just says 'processed' with no payment date. Should I be worried?

Not necessarily - sometimes the payment date updates a day later. Give it until tomorrow and if nothing shows up, there might be an issue that needs attention.

Did you have to do anything special or did it just eventually show up?

just waited it out, but I was freaking out too. first payments sometimes take longer for whatever reason

Oh no, I did submit my job search activities when I filed. How do I know if that's the issue?

Good luck getting through to them though - I tried calling for 3 days straight and kept getting disconnected. You might want to try Claimyr to actually reach someone at Washington ESD. It's at claimyr.com and they have a demo video at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ showing how it works.

Never heard of that service - does it actually work for getting through to Washington ESD?

Yeah it worked for me when I had payment issues. Way easier than trying to call yourself and getting the busy signal all day.

That's really helpful, thank you! So I should see something by tomorrow if everything is normal?

Most likely yes, especially since your claim shows processed. Just keep an eye on both your Washington ESD account and your bank account.

That doesn't make me feel better about the whole process...

It's actually pretty consistent once you get into the routine. The variation is usually just bank processing times, not Washington ESD delays.

Maybe for you but my payments have been all over the place timing wise

That's literally what I'm doing right now! Refreshing constantly

totally normal, we've all been there

I double-checked that when I set up my account, should be correct. Same account I've had for years.

Good, that's the most common issue with payment delays. Since that's not it, you should see your payment soon.

Oh that's good to know! I've been checking at random times during the day.

yep mine always shows up around 4am when it comes

There's no waiting week in Washington for regular unemployment. You get paid for your first week if you're eligible and file your weekly claim properly.

Thanks, that's a relief. I was worried I'd have to wait an extra week with no income.

That's reassuring, thanks. Just nerve-wracking when you really need the money.

Totally understand, we've all been in that situation. The waiting is the hardest part of the whole unemployment process.

I'll give it until Friday then. Hopefully it shows up before then though.

And if you do need to call them Friday, seriously consider using Claimyr instead of trying to get through yourself. Saved me hours of busy signals.

Six days seems like forever when you're waiting for it! But good to know it gets more regular.

Yeah she was panicking too but it all worked out fine. Just the way their system works I guess.

Because bank processing times vary between institutions. Washington ESD sends the payment on their end, but your bank determines when it actually appears in your account.

Still frustrating when you're trying to budget and plan bills around unemployment payments

Haha I can see myself doing that! I've been so stressed about this whole process.

The unemployment stress is real. Gets easier once you get into the routine of it all.

Will do! Hoping it's there when I wake up tomorrow morning.

Based on your timeline, tomorrow morning is very likely. Your claim processed normally so you should be good.

I hope so! This waiting and not knowing is the worst part.

It really is. But you filed correctly and got approved, so you're doing everything right. Just have to be patient with Washington ESD's processing times.

I used it when I had a payment hold issue. Definitely worth it when you actually need to talk to someone at Washington ESD instead of just waiting and hoping.

I was skeptical at first but tried it when I couldn't get through for a week straight about an adjudication issue. Actually worked and got me connected to someone who could help.

Good to know it's legit. I'll keep it in mind if I run into issues with my claim.

That's smart, I didn't think to do that. I'll start doing that from now on.

Yeah learned that lesson the hard way when Washington ESD claimed I didn't file one week and I had no way to prove I did.

Thanks for the encouragement! This whole thread has been really helpful and reassuring.

That's what these forums are for! We've all been through the unemployment process and know how stressful it can be.

Great news! Glad it worked out exactly as expected. Now you know the timing for future weeks.

Awesome! Always good to hear when things work out smoothly with Washington ESD.

nice! told you it would show up eventually

Perfect! Hope the rest of your unemployment claim process goes just as smoothly.

Congrats on getting your first payment! That early morning deposit timing is so consistent with Washington ESD - mine always shows up between 3-5 AM too. Now you can relax a bit knowing the system works and you'll have a predictable payment schedule going forward.

So glad everything worked out! I'm actually going through the same thing right now - just filed my first claim this week and have been anxiously waiting. This whole thread has been incredibly helpful to read through. It's reassuring to know that the 3-5 AM deposit timing seems to be the norm for Washington ESD. Thanks for updating us with the good news!

That's such a relief! I'm in almost the exact same situation - filed my first weekly claim on Monday and have been checking my account obsessively. Seeing your update gives me hope that mine will show up soon too. The waiting really is the hardest part when you're stressed about bills!