EDD SDI extension processing time? Dad's form DE2525XX sent 2 weeks ago - no response

Extensions by mail can take 10-14 business days to even show up in their system, and then another 1-2 weeks for processing. The DE2525XX form is specifically for extending SDI benefits, so you submitted the correct form. You should see something in his SDI Online account soon - has he checked there? Sometimes the status will update online before any mail arrives.

my mom went thru the same thing last yr. took like 3 weeks b4 anything showed up online & almost 5 weeks total b4 they approved it. super stressful time for her. hang in there!

The EDD disability extension process is notoriously slow right now. I'm a medical office admin and we've been seeing 3-4 week delays minimum on all mail-submitted forms since January 2025. Their backlog is ridiculous. For future reference, your dad's doctor could have submitted the DE2525XX electronically through SDI Online if they're set up for it - much faster processing time (usually 7-10 days). At this point though, I'd recommend trying to get through to an EDD representative to confirm they at least received the form. Unfortunately, their phone system is just as backed up as their mail processing.

Try calling right when they open at 8am!!! That's what I did and I only had to wait 25 minutes instead of hours. Extensions are taking forever right now, my husband's took 6 weeks last month and his benefits ran out before the extension was approved. The most frustrating part was they backdated it once approved, but we still had to figure out how to pay bills during the gap.

bro they lost my paperwork TWICE when i tried to extend my disability last year. i had to submit everything three times before they finally processed it. EDD is a joke honestly

I had EXACTLY this situation with my wife's extension in February. The DE2525XX form was sitting somewhere at EDD for almost 3 weeks with no update online. I finally got through to someone who confirmed they had received it but it was waiting to be scanned into the system. The most frustrating part was trying to reach a human being - I spent 4 days calling repeatedly and getting disconnected or told to call back later due to high call volume. I finally tried using Claimyr (claimyr.com) after someone on this forum recommended it. They got me connected to an EDD agent in about 20 minutes when I'd been trying for days on my own. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd Once I actually talked to someone, they were able to verify receipt of the form and escalate it for processing. The extension was approved the following week.

Since it's been two weeks, I would definitely try to contact EDD directly. If your father sees his primary doctor again before the extension is processed, ask if they can check if the extension form was properly submitted from their end. Sometimes medical providers can verify if forms were sent and received through their system. Also, I recommend you help your father prepare financially for a possible gap in benefits. While extensions are typically backdated once approved, there can be 2-4 weeks where no payments are issued. It's better to have a contingency plan just in case.

dont doctors offices do these forms online now?? my brothers doctor did his extension thing all online and it only took like a week to process. maybe ur dads doctor is old school??

Based on current EDD processing times (as of June 2025), here's what you should expect: 1. Mail processing: 7-10 business days for the form to be opened and scanned into their system 2. Initial review: 3-5 business days for assignment to a claims examiner 3. Verification process: 5-7 business days for them to verify medical information 4. Decision: 2-3 business days to approve or deny the extension So in total, you're looking at approximately 17-25 business days (3-5 weeks) from when they receive the form to when a decision is made. Since you're at the two-week mark, the form is likely in their system but still in the early stages of processing. I strongly recommend calling the EDD Disability Branch directly at 1-800-480-3287 to confirm receipt. Ask specifically for the "extension unit" when you get through. Prepare for a long wait time, but it's worth knowing they have the paperwork.

I went through this exact situation with my mom last year! The waiting is absolutely nerve-wracking, especially when you're watching benefits about to expire. Here's what helped us get through it: First, don't panic about the 2-week timeline - that's actually pretty normal for mail submissions. The DE2525XX forms seem to sit in their mail processing queue for weeks before showing any online status updates. A few practical tips that worked for us: - Set up alerts on his SDI Online account to get email notifications the moment anything changes - Document everything - keep copies of the mailed form, tracking info if you used certified mail, dates of doctor visits, etc. - If his benefits do lapse before the extension processes, start gathering documentation for any financial hardship this causes (medical bills, pharmacy receipts, etc.) since they sometimes offer expedited processing for genuine hardship cases The good news is that once approved, they backdate the payments to cover any gap period. We ended up getting a lump sum payment that covered the 3 weeks we were without income. Your dad is lucky to have you helping him navigate this system - it's overwhelming even when you're not dealing with recovery from surgery. Hang in there, and definitely try that early morning calling strategy others mentioned. It really does make a difference!

I'm going through something very similar with my uncle right now - his DE2525XX form was submitted 3 weeks ago and we just heard back yesterday! The processing really is taking longer than usual this year. One thing that might help ease your dad's stress is knowing that EDD has been pretty consistent about backdating payments once extensions are approved, even if there's a gap. My uncle was worried sick about his mortgage payment, but when the approval finally came through, he got all the missed weeks in one lump sum. Also, if you do end up calling, try the 1-800-480-3287 number right at 8:00 AM sharp - not 8:01, but exactly at 8:00. I've noticed they seem to have better availability in that first 10-minute window. And definitely have your dad add you as an authorized representative if he hasn't already - it makes the whole process so much easier when you're helping him navigate this. The waiting is the worst part, but based on what I've seen in this community, most people do get their extensions processed, it just takes way longer than it should. Hang in there!