Just got EDD SDI approval - How do I get my Bank of America debit card?

the card just comes in the mail. they send it automaticly after first payment. took like 5-7 days for me

The Bank of America EDD debit card is automatically mailed to you once your first payment is processed. It typically arrives within 7-10 business days. The card comes in a plain white envelope that can look like junk mail, so check your mail carefully! Once you receive it, you'll need to activate it by calling the number on the sticker or visiting the BofA EDD card website. If it's been more than 10 business days since your payment was processed and you haven't received your card, you should contact Bank of America EDD customer service at 1-866-692-9374. Keep in mind that this card will be used for all future disability payments, so don't throw it away even after your claim ends. They use the same card for up to 3 years.

WATCH OUT for that envelope!!! I threw mine away by accident thinking it was credit card spam and had to wait another 10 days for a replacement card. And BofA has THE WORST customer service for these EDD cards. I spent literally 4 hours on hold when I needed a replacement.

To answer your question about direct deposit - yes, you can set up direct deposit to your regular bank account, but you have to wait until you receive the BofA card first. Once you have the card, you can go to the Bank of America EDD card website (https://prepaid.bankofamerica.com/eddcard/) and set up a transfer to your personal account. I recommend setting up automatic transfers so you don't have to manually transfer each payment. Also, if you're in a rush for your money, you can call Bank of America to see if your card has been mailed yet and request expedited shipping for a fee. It might be worth it if you need the funds quickly for bills.

I just went through this exact thing last month! one thing nobody mentioned - when you DO get the card, make sure you change the pin immediately. My neighbor had someone steal hers from the mail and drained it before she even knew it arrived.

If you're having a hard time getting answers about your EDD card or need to check on its status, I highly recommend using Claimyr to get through to BofA's EDD department. I spent days trying to get through on my own and kept getting disconnected. Claimyr got me connected to a rep in about 10 minutes. They have a service that calls EDD for you and connects you when an agent is on the line. Saved me hours of frustration! You can see how it works in their video demo: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd or just go to claimyr.com. It was seriously worth it when I was worried about my missing card.

wate do we have to pay taxes on disabipty pay? does the card have fees? nobody told me about this part

Update: My card arrived today! It was definitely in a very plain white envelope that looked like junk mail, so I'm glad you all warned me to watch for it. I've activated it and set up the automatic transfer to my regular bank account. Thanks everyone for all your helpful advice!

Congrats on getting approved and receiving your card! Just wanted to add a few tips I learned the hard way: 1) Download the BofA Prepaid mobile app to easily check your balance and transaction history, 2) If you ever need cash, stick to BofA ATMs to avoid fees - other ATMs can charge $2-3 per withdrawal, and 3) Keep the card activation paperwork because it has important phone numbers you might need later. Also, even though you set up automatic transfers, it can take 1-2 business days for the money to show up in your regular account, so plan accordingly for urgent expenses. Glad everything worked out for you!