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I recieved my Unemployment backpay last year that amounted to almost $13k. I know it wasn't a good idea, but I still had it deposited into my PayPal account. Immediately when I tried to transfer it out, PayPal locked my account and stated that they needed more information. I provided them with almost everything they asked for (Including a letter with proof from my states unemployment) but I couldn't provide an ID due to issues I'm having with the DMV. They said its find, they'll hold it for 180 days. 180 days and I heard nothing. So I called and they said they were holding it for ANOTHER 180 days for "further investigating". Fine, whatever. 180 days hit again today so I called and now they're telling me that my account is flagged as "Do not release funds until further notice". What am I supposed to do? My unemployment ran out and I have no other options to support my family. PayPal completely **bleep** me over and I'm out of options. TL;DR: PayPal held my unemployment backpay for a year and are now telling me that they can't release my funds until further notice. I'm desperate and need help. What can I do? ... View more

So back in July 2020 I received my pandemic unemployment back pay of $12k+, immediately PayPal limited my account. I was able to submit all documents they asked for except an ID because I didn't have one and every DMV in mine and neighboring cities have been closed due to the pandemic. I told customer support about this and they told me that my money will be limited for 180 days and that I can withdraw it on 1/20/2021. I never received an email to withdraw it so I called and the agent I spoke to told me that they placed ANOTHER automatic hold on my account on December 23rd?? I never spent a penny from this account nor did anything further on. I don't know what to do, I promised my landlord that I'd be able to pay rent owed on the 20th and now my family and I are facing eviction. Is there someone else I can contact who can help me release my money ASAP? ... View more