UPDATE?? Did you ever get your payment? I'm in the same boat now and freaking out!

I'm dealing with the exact same situation right now - my status changed to 'qualification' on Monday and I'm anxiously waiting for payment. Reading through everyone's experiences here is both reassuring and nerve-wracking! It sounds like anywhere from 3-10 business days is normal, but the inconsistency is frustrating when you're depending on this money. I've been checking my account obsessively every day. Thanks for posting this question - it's helpful to know I'm not alone in this waiting game. Fingers crossed we both get our payments soon!

Update on waiver timelines based on my recent experience: I submitted my waiver in late 2024 and it took almost 60 days to process, not the 30-45 days others mentioned. The EDD is still experiencing significant backlogs. Just want you to have realistic expectations about timing. Also, make sure you keep certifying for your SDI benefits as normal throughout this whole process! That's critical - don't let the overpayment issue disrupt your current benefit payments.

Just want to add something that might help - when you call EDD to request that temporary halt to collections, make sure you get the representative's name and employee ID number. Write down the date and time of your call too. I learned this the hard way when a rep told me one thing over the phone but then nothing was actually done in my file. Also, if you still have access to your UI Online account, check if there are any notes or case details from your original conversation where the rep said you wouldn't have to repay. Sometimes they do document these calls in your online account under "Contact History" or something similar. Having that documentation will really strengthen your waiver request. Good luck with this - it's frustrating but definitely worth fighting if you were explicitly told it was EDD's error!

Remember that even with the paper forms, you'll still need to wait through the 7-day waiting period before benefits start. That caught me by surprise when I filed last year. Your first payment won't include those first 7 days after your disability begins.

Just wanted to add my experience - I printed the DE 2501 form at home last month and it worked perfectly fine. No issues with processing at all. One tip: make sure you print it in black ink only, not color, and use regular 8.5x11 paper. Also, don't forget to keep copies of everything you submit for your records! The whole process took about 2 weeks from when I mailed it in to when I got my first payment. Good luck with your claim!

Been there, done that. Here's what you need to do: • Have all your personal info ready (SSN, claim number, etc.) • Explain clearly that your doc needs the receipt number for Part B • Be patient, the wait times can be brutal • Write down everything they tell you Good luck! The system's a mess, but you'll get through it.

Just went through this exact same process last month! Here's what helped me: call first thing in the morning (8am sharp) and have your SSN, full name, and any previous claim info ready. When you finally get through, be super clear that you need the "receipt number for medical certification Part B" - don't just say "receipt number" because they might give you something else. Also, ask them to repeat it back to you and write it down immediately. The whole call took about 2 hours total (mostly waiting), but once I got someone on the line, they were actually pretty helpful. You got this! 💪

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling your local assemblymember's office. They often have direct lines to EDD and can help push things through faster.

Another option that worked for me was using the EDD's online portal to upload documents. If you have an account set up on their website, there's usually a "Submit Documents" section where you can upload your doctor's note directly. Make sure to save a copy of the confirmation screen as proof of submission. It's way less stressful than trying to get through on the phone, and you have a digital record of when you submitted it.