EDD Certification Approval Time - How Long Does It Usually Take?

In my experience, it usually takes about 2-3 business days for them to process and approve the certification. But sometimes it can be faster or slower depending on how busy they are. Just make sure you filled out everything correctly!

Ugh, the waiting game is the worst part of this whole process. Hang in there, OP! 💪

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone about this! 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 a detailed breakdown of what to expect: • After submitting your certification, the system usually takes 24-48 hours to process it. • If there are no issues, your payment should be approved within 3-5 business days. • You'll receive a notification (email or text) when the payment is processed. • The funds typically appear in your account 1-2 days after approval. Keep in mind that these timeframes can vary depending on the current workload and any potential flags on your account. If you don't see any movement after a week, it might be worth trying to contact them directly. Pro tip: Always certify as soon as you're eligible. The earlier in the week you submit, the faster it usually gets processed!

Am I the only one who thinks its ridiculous that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get our benefits? The system is so broken 😤

Quick question - did you have any pending issues or open claims before certifying? That can sometimes slow things down.

Pro tip: Set up text alerts if you haven't already. You'll get notified as soon as there's any update on your claim. Saves a lot of anxious refreshing!

Just wanted to add my two cents here - I've been on disability benefits for about 8 months now and the certification approval time has been pretty consistent for me. Usually takes 3-4 business days, but like others mentioned, it can vary. One thing that helped me was creating a little routine around it - I always certify on Sunday evenings when I'm eligible, and then I check my account on Thursday/Friday. That way I'm not obsessively checking every day! Also, make sure you keep screenshots of your certification submission - I had one time where there was a glitch and having that proof really helped when I had to call in. Hope this helps ease some of the anxiety! 🤞

Hey Emma! I totally get the nervousness - I was the same way when I first started certifying. From my experience, it usually takes about 3-5 business days for approval, but I've had it happen as quick as 2 days and as slow as a week during busy periods. The key things that helped me get faster approvals: make sure all your info is accurate, certify as early as possible when you're eligible (like Sunday nights), and double-check that you didn't miss any questions. If you filled everything out correctly and don't have any pending issues, you should be good to go! Try not to stress too much about it - I know it's easier said than done when you're waiting for your benefits. The system usually works, it just takes a bit of patience. Keep us posted on how it goes! 🤞

I've been certifying for about 6 months now and my experience has been pretty similar to what others have shared. The timing really does vary - sometimes I get approved in 2 days, other times it's taken up to a week. One thing I learned is to avoid certifying on Mondays if possible, since that seems to be when everyone does it and it can slow things down. I usually do mine on Sunday nights or Tuesday evenings and that seems to help. Also, don't panic if you don't see an update right away! I used to refresh the page constantly which just made me more anxious. Now I just check once a day until I see the approval. Hang in there Emma, you've got this! 💪