My first unemployment payment still has not arrived - what worked for you?

I filed my claim 18 weeks ago after being let go as a welding apprentice. I have been trying to stay organised about it. I answered every question and uploaded my final pay stub. Is there a step I could have missed?

Mine took about 18 weeks because of an identity check I did not notice. Look for a message or a letter you may have missed in your online account.