When will I get a decision? After your hearing, you will receive a written decision in the mail. You will be mailed the decision within two weeks.
Unemployment benefits Call 800-318-6022 for help in English or Spanish. Our agents are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit our language help page for help in other languages.
As of July 2, 2023, most claimants are receiving a weekly benefit amount (WBA) from $323 to $1,019. Some claimants may receive less than $323, as the WBA can never be more than their personal average weekly wage.
Unemployment benefits Call 800-318-6022 for help in English or Spanish. Our agents are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
You have the right to appeal an overpayment determination. You must submit your appeal in writing within 30 days of the mailing date on the Notice of Overpayment (DE 1444). You can still submit an appeal after the 30-day deadline, but you must provide the reasons why you missed the appeal deadline.
If you take care of someone and cannot work If you're not able to work because you're caring for someone, you may not qualify for benefits.
Eligibility Requirements for Washington Unemployment Benefits You must have worked a certain minimum number of hours. You must be unemployed through no fault of your own, as defined by Washington law. You must be able and available to work, and you must be actively seeking employment.
More than Washington's official maximum weekly benefit amount of $1,079, you will get $1,079. Between $342 and not more than $1,079, you will get this amount, rounded down to the nearest dollar.
If quitting affects your availability to work Quit a job due to a health issue or to care for a sick family member. Quit a job due to inaccessible care for a child or vulnerable adult in your care. Have work restrictions. Started working in self-employment. Started attending school.