SDI Claim Filed 2 Months Ago, Still No Approval or Payment. Normal Wait Time?

I found a way to solve California SDI claim delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUHQIqdgXKs

Ugh, I feel ya. The waiting game with EDD is the worst. I filed mine back in August and didn't see a penny until October. It's like they're running on Internet Explorer or something 🐌

Okay, let me break this down for you based on my experience and what I've gathered: 1. Processing time: Generally, it takes about 14 days from the date you file your claim. But that's in an ideal world. 2. Backlog issues: Due to the pandemic and staffing shortages, many claims are taking longer. Some folks are reporting 4-6 weeks. 3. Start date discrepancy: You mentioned filing in November for a September start date. This might cause a slight delay as they may need to verify the earlier date. 4. Doctor's certification: Good news that your doctor's part is in. That often holds things up. 5. Next steps: - Keep an eye on your online account for updates - If it's been over 14 business days, try calling them - Make sure all your info is up to date 6. Payment: Once approved, you should get your first payment within a week. Hang in there! The system's far from perfect, but they do eventually get to everyone.

I found a method to get someone on the phone. 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. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

have you tried faxing your claim? I heard somewhere that faxed claims get processed faster cuz they go to a different department or something

Ive been waiting 3 months now.no updates nothing. This whole system is a joke. Were all just numbers to them 😡

Has anyone tried contacting their local state representative? I've heard they can sometimes help speed things up with EDD claims.

pro tip: check your spam folder regularly. Sometimes important EDD emails end up there for some reason. Don't ask me why, their system is wack

Anyone else notice that the EDD website is always "down for maintenance" when you actually need to use it? It's like they know 😒

Hey OP, have you checked if your employer submitted their part of the form? Sometimes that can hold things up too.