EDD: Approved for auto-payments but no $ since November. Help!

Ugh, that sucks. I'm in the same boat. Been waiting since October and crickets from EDD. Have you tried calling them? It's a nightmare to get through.

Have you checked your UI Online account? Sometimes there are hidden messages or requests for additional info that can hold up payments.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

Here's what I've learned after dealing with EDD for months: 1. Always certify on time, even if you're not getting paid. 2. Check your UI Online account daily for updates or requests. 3. If you get a notice of approval, save it! You might need it later. 4. Keep a log of all your attempts to contact them. 5. Consider reaching out to your local assembly member's office. They can sometimes help push things through. Hang in there, OP. The system is overwhelmed, but persistence usually pays off eventually.

have u tried faxing them? I no it sounds old school but I got a response within a week after I faxed my info

I hate to say it, but sometimes you just gotta wait it out. My payments were held up for 3 months, then suddenly all came through at once. The backlog is real.