EDD SDI payment timeline after first 14 days - Will I get paid tomorrow or Monday?

it depends on ur bank but usually 24-48 hours after certification gets processed. might see it tmrw but prolly monday

The payment timeline typically works like this: Once you complete your certification, EDD processes it within 24 hours (business days). Then it takes 1-2 banking days for the funds to appear in your account. Since you certified on Thursday, EDD will likely process it today (Friday), but whether you see it tomorrow or Monday depends entirely on your bank's processing times. Most banks don't post deposits on weekends, so Monday is most likely. Check your claim status on SDI Online - when it shows 'Paid' rather than 'Pending', that means EDD has processed it and sent payment.

Waiting for that first payment is THE WORST. I swear I checked my account like 50 times a day when I was waiting for mine lol. Mine took 3 days from certification to actually seeing money in my account. But that was with Bank of America EDD debit card, direct deposit might be faster?

Just to clarify something important - SDI payments aren't the same as unemployment payments. With SDI, your first payment includes everything from your disability start date MINUS the 7-day waiting period. So your first payment should cover 7 days (14 days minus the waiting period). All future payments will cover the full period that you certify for. I mention this because a lot of people are surprised when their first payment is smaller than expected.

The EDD system is TERRIBLE about keeping claimants informed on payment timing!!! I had to call them THREE TIMES during my disability claim because payments didn't show up when expected. Sometimes there's random "reviews" they do that delay things but they never tell you! This is why people get so stressed! If you need to call them, good luck - I had to redial for literally 2.5 HOURS before getting through to anyone!!

Just checked back to see if you got an update. One more thing to know: if your certification was properly submitted and there are no issues with your claim, your payment will almost certainly be processed. First payments sometimes take a little longer because they're doing their initial verification, but in my experience with both my claims, subsequent payments are much more predictable. Keep us posted!

my sisters cousin works for EDD and she says they're always super backed up on thursdays and fridays so don't be surprised if u dont see anything til at least tuesday. the whole system is rigged anyways, they make us wait while bills pile up!

Congrats on getting your status changed to 'Paid'! That's awesome news. For future reference, once you're past this first payment, the timing becomes much more predictable. I've been on SDI twice and after the initial payment, I could basically set my calendar by when the money would hit my account. Usually certified on Sunday, paid status by Monday evening, money in account by Wednesday morning. The first one is always the most stressful because you don't know what to expect. Hope your bank processes it quickly for you!

Just wanted to add that if you're ever in a situation where your payment seems delayed beyond the normal timeframe, don't panic right away! Sometimes EDD does random claim reviews that can add a few extra days, especially on first payments. Also, make sure to keep all your medical documentation handy because they occasionally request additional verification. I learned this the hard way when my payment was held up for 5 days because they needed an updated doctor's note. The key is staying on top of your SDI Online account and checking for any messages or requests from EDD. Once you get through this first payment cycle, it really does become much smoother!

So glad to hear your status changed to 'Paid'! That's exactly how it should work. Just a heads up - since you mentioned you're on direct deposit, you'll likely see the money hit your account Monday or Tuesday morning. Most banks process ACH transfers overnight on business days, so weekends usually mean waiting until the next business day. I've been through this process twice and the waiting for that first payment is always nerve-wracking, but once you're in the system it gets much more predictable. Keep an eye on your account Monday morning and don't stress if it takes until Tuesday - that's still totally normal timing!

Hey Emma! I just went through this exact same situation a few months ago and totally understand the anxiety. Since your status already changed to 'Paid' today (Friday), you're in great shape! With direct deposit, you'll most likely see the money in your account Monday morning, possibly Tuesday depending on your bank. I remember checking my account obsessively that first weekend too 😂 One tip: if you have mobile banking, set up account alerts so you get notified when deposits hit - it saved my sanity! The good news is once you get past this first payment, the timing becomes super predictable. Hang in there, you're almost at the finish line!

I'm so happy to see you got your status changed to 'Paid' today! That's such a relief when you're waiting for that first payment. I went through SDI last year and I remember that exact same stress about rent deadlines. Since you're set up with direct deposit and your claim processed on Friday, you should definitely see the money by Tuesday at the latest, most likely Monday morning. One thing that helped me during the waiting period was downloading my bank's app and turning on push notifications for deposits - that way I wasn't constantly checking my account balance. The first payment is always the most nerve-wracking because you don't know what to expect, but once you're in the system everything becomes much more routine. You've got this!

Just wanted to jump in here since I see you already got your status changed to 'Paid' - that's fantastic! I went through my first SDI claim about 6 months ago and I totally relate to that anxiety about timing. Since you certified Thursday and got 'Paid' status Friday, you're right on track. With direct deposit, you'll almost certainly see it Monday morning, though some banks can take until Tuesday. The key thing is that once EDD marks it as 'Paid', the money is already on its way to your bank - it's just a matter of their processing time now. Try to relax over the weekend (easier said than done, I know!). Also, pro tip for future certifications: once you're past this first one, you can pretty much predict exactly when you'll get paid each time. The uncertainty is really just for that initial payment!

This thread is so helpful! I'm currently waiting for my first SDI payment too and seeing everyone's experiences really puts things in perspective. Emma, congrats on getting your status changed to 'Paid'! I certified on Wednesday and I'm still showing 'Pending' - should I be worried or is that normal? My disability started about 10 days ago and I'm also stressing about bills coming up. It sounds like the first payment can be unpredictable but gets much smoother after that. Thanks to everyone who shared their timelines and tips!

I'm going through my first SDI claim right now too and this whole thread has been incredibly reassuring! Emma, so glad to hear your status changed to 'Paid' - that must be such a relief after all the stress. I'm still waiting for my first payment and was getting really anxious about the timing, but reading everyone's experiences here shows that there's actually a pretty predictable process once you know what to expect. The waiting period for that first payment is definitely the worst part! Thanks to everyone who shared their timelines and practical tips like setting up bank notifications. It's amazing how much better it feels knowing other people have been through this exact same situation and everything worked out fine. This community is such a valuable resource for navigating SDI for the first time!

This is such a supportive thread! As someone who's been through the SDI process twice, I can confirm that the first payment anxiety is so real and totally normal. Emma, congrats on getting your status changed to 'Paid' - that's the hardest part behind you! For anyone else reading this who's waiting, here's what I've learned: EDD is actually pretty reliable with processing once you're in the system, it's really the banking side that creates most of the uncertainty. My advice is to check your SDI Online portal once a day max (I know it's tempting to refresh constantly!) and trust that if you submitted everything correctly, it WILL come through. The system isn't perfect but it does work. Hang in there everyone - that first payment stress doesn't last forever!

I'm new to SDI and this thread has been incredibly helpful! I just submitted my application last week and I'm already feeling anxious about the whole process. Reading through everyone's experiences really helps set expectations - it sounds like the first payment timeline can vary but there's actually a pretty predictable pattern once you understand how EDD and bank processing work together. Emma, congratulations on getting your status changed to 'Paid'! That must be such a huge relief. For those of us who haven't even gotten to the certification stage yet, it's reassuring to see that the community here is so supportive and willing to share real experiences. I'm definitely going to bookmark this thread for when I get to my first certification. Thanks everyone for being so open about your timelines and practical tips!

As someone who just went through my first SDI payment cycle last month, I can totally relate to that anxiety! The good news is that once your status shows 'Paid' (which Emma already achieved!), you're basically home free - it's just a matter of banking processing time at that point. For anyone else going through this, I found it helpful to screenshot my 'Paid' status as proof that EDD had done their part. Also, don't be surprised if your bank's mobile app shows the deposit before it's actually available to spend - mine showed "pending deposit" Sunday night but wasn't available until Monday afternoon. The whole first payment experience is definitely stressful, but once you get through it the subsequent payments are so much more predictable. This community has been invaluable for setting realistic expectations!

This thread has been such a lifesaver! I'm currently in my first week of SDI and already stressing about the certification process. Emma, so happy to see your status changed to 'Paid' - that must feel amazing after all that waiting! Reading through everyone's experiences here really shows how normal that first payment anxiety is. I had no idea about the 7-day waiting period that Isabella mentioned, so that's super helpful to know for budgeting. Also loving all the practical tips like setting up bank alerts and checking the portal once daily instead of obsessively refreshing. This community is incredible for helping newbies like me understand what's actually normal vs what to worry about. Thanks everyone for being so open about your timelines!