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How to update EDD direct deposit info? Need to change account/routing numbers ASAP

Hey everyone, I need to update my direct deposit info with EDD. I have my new account and routing numbers ready. Has anyone done this recently? What's the best way to get it done quickly?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve EDD direct deposit update issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vrowdrJxvY

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Aisha Abdullah

I just went through this last month. You gotta call EDD directly to change your direct deposit info. Be prepared to wait on hold for a while tho 🙄

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Ethan Wilson

ugh, the wait times are ridiculous! I spent 3 hours on hold last time I called 😫

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Yuki Tanaka

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through in like 20 mins doing that

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GalaxyGuardian

Thanks for the advice! Any idea what info I should have ready besides the new account/routing numbers?

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Aisha Abdullah

Yea, have your SSN and claim ID handy. They'll prob ask for those too

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Carmen Diaz

I found a way to get someone on the phone fast. 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. Check out this video for more info: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Andre Laurent

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Carmen Diaz

I was skeptical at first too, but it really worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration

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AstroAce

20 bucks tho? 🤔 Idk if its worth it

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Carmen Diaz

Trust me, after you've wasted days trying to get through, $20 feels like a bargain lol

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Zoe Kyriakidou

Just a heads up, make sure your new bank account is already set up and active before you change the info with EDD. I made that mistake and my payment got delayed by like 2 weeks 😭

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Jamal Brown

Has anyone tried updating this info online? I swear I saw an option for it somewhere on the EDD website but now I cant find it 🤦‍♂️

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Mei Zhang

Nah, you gotta call for this. They don't let you change direct deposit online for security reasons

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Jamal Brown

Aw man, that sucks. Thanks for clarifying tho!

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Liam McConnell

Here's a detailed guide on how to change your direct deposit info with EDD: 1. Gather all necessary info: new account number, routing number, SSN, and claim ID 2. Call EDD at 1-800-300-5616 3. Navigate the phone menu (usually press 1 for English, then 1 for claim questions) 4. Wait on hold (could be anywhere from 20 mins to 3+ hours) 5. When you get an agent, explain you need to update your direct deposit info 6. Verify your identity with the agent 7. Provide your new banking info 8. Ask the agent to confirm the change and when it will take effect 9. Write down the confirmation number they give you Hope this helps! Good luck 👍

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GalaxyGuardian

This is super helpful, thank you so much! 🙏

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Amara Oluwaseyi

Saving this for later. You're the real MVP 💯

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CosmicCaptain

am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we cant do this online in 2023? get with the times, EDD! 🙄

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Giovanni Rossi

Preach! 🙌 Their whole system needs a major overhaul

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Fatima Al-Maktoum

Fr fr, its like there still using Windows 95 or sumthin 💀

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Dylan Mitchell

Quick question - does changing your direct deposit info affect your current claim at all? Like, will it pause payments or anything?

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Sofia Gutierrez

Nah, it shouldn't affect your claim. Just make sure you do it between payment cycles to avoid any hiccups

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Dylan Mitchell

Cool, thanks for the info!

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