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• Sign up for a benefits debit card

  Receive your unemployment benefits by debit card Please note: You may choose to receive your unemployment benefits by direct deposit or on a debit card. Prior to choosing, you must review the debit card disclosure information that explains all the fees relating to the benefits card program. The U.S. Bank ReliaCard® is a reloadable, prepaid Visa® debit card issued by U.S. Bank. It provides an electronic option for receiving your benefit payments....

• Technical support

  Technical support Fake websites targeting SecureAccess Washington (SAW) users Nov. 16, 2023 Customers who used a search engine to access SecureAccess Washington (SAW) may have fallen victim to a phishing scam. The scam uses sponsored ads that link to different spoofed, or fake, SAW websites that can compromise their personal information. Here’s an example of what the fake websites could look like. For updated information about this issue, read our alert.   On...

• Washington Service Corps FAQ

  Washington Service Corps FAQ Q. What is Washington Service Corps (WSC)?A. Washington Service Corps is the oldest publicly funded service program of its type in the nation. It provides a small living allowance and educational scholarships to young adults aged 17 and up who commit to 10½ months of community service. The program is administered by the Employment Security Department, using money provided by the federal AmeriCorps program. Q. What is Washington Reading Corps?A....

• Benefit year end

  Benefit year end What is a benefit year? Your benefit year is the 52-week period when you can receive unemployment benefits on your claim. It usually begins the Sunday of the week you first apply for benefits. How many weeks of benefits do I get in a benefit year? You are typically entitled to up to 26 weeks of regular unemployment benefits during your benefit year. You might use up your benefits before the end of your benefit year. If that happens, you...

• Paying back your overpayments

  Paying back your benefit overpayment What if I do not repay my overpayment? We may file a lien in Superior Court against your real or personal property to secure the debt if your account becomes past due.  This could result in a garnishment of your wages or bank account.  We may deduct from your federal income tax-refund or lottery winnings. Filing for bankruptcy may not remove your responsibility to repay the debt. What if I can’t afford the minimum monthly payment?...

• Request a tax penalty waiver

  Request a tax penalty waiver If you have a question or concern about a tax penalty and/or interest, please contact the Employer Account Unit. Most questions can be resolved through a discussion with one of our tax representatives.  If you do not agree with the results of your discussion, you may request that we waive penalties and/or interest. Guidelines You may request that we waive penalty or interest charges if (WAC 192-310-030 (7); RCW 50.24.040): You mailed your report or payment on...

• SecureAccess Washington

  For employers: Set up a new account in SecureAccess Washington and EAMS SecureAccess Washington (SAW) is a central login that lets you access the online services of multiple state agencies. It's often referred to as SAW, and is a service provided by Washington's Consolidated Technology Services. 1. Create a SAW account Go to SecureAccess Washington and select Create an Account. Click Start. Enter your personal information in the fields provided and click Next....

• Home

  New to unemployment? Unemployment benefits may be available if you have recently lost your job.     Start here Need help with your job search?  WorkSource reemployment specialists offer in-person and virtual services throughout the state.    Visit the WorkSource site For employers:  Required reporting of SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) codes started with reporting for fourth quarter of 2022. Learn more about...

• Tax center contact information

  Tax center contact information Find phone numbers, email addresses, and physical addresses for points of contact pertaining to a specific topic:  General unemployment tax informationESD Account Management Center (For unemployment insurance information only)PO Box 9046Olympia, WA 98507-9046OlympiaAMC@esd.wa.gov855-829-9243 Paid Family and Medical LeaveWebsite: PaidLeave.wa.govEmail: paidleave@esd.wa.gov  833-717-2273 Bankruptcy noticesP.O. Box...

• Return to work

  Return to work To support workers and businesses with unemployment and re-employment services, we provide: Job and training opportunities for workers. Resources to maintain a skilled workforce for employers. Information on unemployment benefit eligibility. Guidance on offers to return to work. Even more. Information for workers   Were you called back to work but can't return? If you are currently receiving benefits...