EDD SDI check mailing schedule after fraud block on debit card option?

they usually mail checks 2 days after it says paid on ur account. so if it says paid on thursday, check should be sent out saturday, but u wont get it til monday or tuesday cuz no mail on sunday. EDD is always slow with paper checks thats why i switched to direct deposit to my own bank

The EDD SDI program typically processes payments on a set schedule, but there are some nuances with paper checks. When your certification is processed and shows 'paid' status, paper checks are usually printed and mailed within 24-48 business hours. Most people report that if their payment shows as 'paid' on Thursday, the check is mailed Friday, and usually arrives Monday or Tuesday depending on your local mail service. Keep in mind that the Post Office doesn't deliver on Sundays and holidays, which can add delays. Unfortunately, the direct deposit option to personal bank accounts isn't available for SDI claims - only the BofA card or paper checks as you mentioned.

I got blocked from the debit card to after someone stole all my money at an ATM in san diego when i live in sacramento!! BofA made me fill out all these forms and a police report and after 3 months they gave my money back but said i was blocked from debit cards forever. its completely unfair!!! i heard they do this to lots of poeple. the checks are THE WORST. sometimes mailed thursday, sometimes friday, got one on a tuesday once.

Just to add some information here: EDD's official policy is that paper checks are mailed within 24 hours after the payment is authorized (status changes to "paid"). However, in reality, many factors can affect this timing. I work with disability claimants regularly, and in 2025, we're seeing paper checks typically mailed as follows: - If payment is authorized Monday-Thursday: Checks are usually mailed the next business day - If payment is authorized Friday: Checks are typically mailed Monday The postal service then typically takes 2-3 business days for delivery, sometimes longer depending on your location and current postal volumes. For fraud victims, while you can't get direct deposit to a personal account, you might consider setting up automatic transfers from a new BofA account to your personal bank if you can get the restriction lifted. Call EDD at 1-800-480-3287 and ask to speak with their fraud department specifically about removing the "block" on your account.

I had the exact same problem last year after my card was stolen! After months of trying to call EDD's regular number and getting nowhere, I found this service called Claimyr that got me through to a live agent in about 20 minutes. You might want to check out their website claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd that shows how it works. I was able to talk to someone in the fraud department who helped resolve my BofA debit card block. It wasn't immediate but they did eventually lift the restriction after I provided additional verification.

NOBODY at EDD cares about us! They block ur debit card when THEIR security fails and then make YOU suffer with paper checks that take forever! Been dealing with this same nonsense since January. Check schedule is random - sometimes mailed Tuesday, sometimes Thursday. Longest I waited was 9 days from paid status to getting the check. NINE DAYS!!! How are we supposed to pay rent?

I want to clarify about the check mailing schedule based on my experience working with many SDI claimants. The consistent pattern we've observed in 2025 is: - For Sunday certification dates: Payment typically authorizes by Wednesday evening, shows as "paid" Thursday morning, and checks are mailed Friday. Delivery usually occurs Monday or Tuesday. - For those with certification dates mid-week: The process is similar but aligned to your specific date. The 9-day delay mentioned above is extremely unusual and likely occurred during a holiday period or postal service disruption. The normal timeframe from "paid" status to check receipt is 3-5 business days. If you're experiencing longer delays, I recommend calling EDD to confirm they have your correct mailing address and to verify there are no holds on your claim.

just fyi i use the informed delivery app from usps and it shows me pictures of mail thats coming that day. i can actually see when my edd check is arriving! it's free and helps me know exactly which day to expect it instead of checking my mailbox 100 times lol

I'm in a similar situation - had my EDD card compromised last fall and now I'm stuck with paper checks too. One thing I've learned is to always verify your mailing address is correct in your EDD account online. I had a delay once because my apartment number was missing from their system. Also, if you have a check cashing place nearby, some of them will cash EDD checks immediately for a small fee (usually $3-5) rather than waiting for your bank to clear it. Not ideal because of the fee, but it can help if you need the money right away for bills. Just make sure they accept government checks first. The whole BofA fraud blocking system is ridiculous - they profit from the EDD contract but then punish us when their security fails. Hope they fix this broken system soon!