EDD SDI auto pay schedule - weekly, biweekly or monthly payments?

its biweekly. i was on autoplay last summer for 3 months. they deposit every 2 weeks

Auto pay for SDI is on a biweekly payment schedule. The first payment might take longer (2-3 weeks from approval), but after that, you'll receive payments every two weeks automatically without having to certify each time. The payment dates aren't fixed to specific days of the week - they're based on your claim timeline. You can see your payment history in your SDI Online account under 'View Payment Information.' Make sure you notify EDD if you return to work earlier than expected or your condition changes, otherwise you could face an overpayment.

Auto pay for California SDI means biweekly payments without having to certify. Your first payment might take 2-3 weeks to process from approval date, but after that, you'll receive regular payments every two weeks. A few important things to know: 1. The payment is approximately 60-70% of your regular wages up to the maximum benefit amount ($1,620/week for 2025) 2. There's a 7-day unpaid waiting period at the beginning of your claim 3. If you return to work before your claim end date, you MUST notify EDD immediately 4. Auto pay doesn't mean automatic - you should still monitor your claim If you need to speak with EDD about your claim, I recommend using Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to a representative quickly. They have a service that helps you bypass the long wait times when calling EDD. I was skeptical but their video demo (https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd) convinced me and it worked great when I needed to resolve an issue with my claim last month.

When I was on SDI last year they were super inconsistent with the payments!! Sometimes it was every 2 weeks but then suddenly they'd skip a payment cycle and I'd have to call to figure out why. Their system is TERRIBLE. Make sure you have some savings as backup because EDD is so unreliable!!!!!

wait I thought disability was different than unemployment?? My cousin got unemployment and had to certify every 2 weeks but disability is different right??

Just to add to what others have said - if your auto pay suddenly stops before your expected end date, it could mean EDD needs updated medical certification. They sometimes require this for longer claims but don't clearly communicate it. If you notice a payment delay, check your SDI Online account for any new forms or messages, and be prepared to have your doctor submit a follow-up certification if requested. This is especially common for claims lasting more than 3 months.

my sister was on disability for pregnancy last year and she said they messed up her payments like three times and she had to keep calling them. said it was a nightmare getting through. she finally had to go through her state assembly person to fix everything. edd is the worst!!!

make sure u set up direct deposit!!! paper checks take forever to come in the mail. i waited 8 days once for a check after it was issued. direct deposit is way faster, same day or next day usually

I've been on SDI auto pay for 6 months now due to a chronic condition and can confirm it's biweekly payments. One thing I haven't seen mentioned yet - if you have any other income during your disability (like part-time work under doctor's approval or rental income), you need to report it to EDD. They can adjust your payments or even create an overpayment situation if you don't disclose it. Also, keep all your medical documentation organized - EDD sometimes requests additional proof even on auto pay claims, especially if your disability extends beyond the original doctor's estimate. The auto pay is convenient but you still need to stay on top of any changes in your condition or circumstances.