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SDI Debit Card Delay: Still Haven't Received It After Filing Claim

Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with my SDI debit card. It's been a while since I filed my claim and I still haven't received it. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on how to follow up with EDD about this? I'm getting worried because I really need access to those funds. Thanks in advance for any help!

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve SDI debit card delay issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vstWvhuJrV8

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Alice Coleman

Ugh, I feel your pain! I went through the same thing last year. Have you tried calling EDD directly? It's a pain to get through, but it's worth a shot.

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Sofia Price

Thanks for the suggestion! I've been trying to call but keep getting stuck on hold forever. It's so frustrating 😫

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Owen Jenkins

Pro tip: call right when they open. You might have better luck getting through!

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Sofia Price

Good idea, I'll give that a try tomorrow morning. Fingers crossed 🤞

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Lilah Brooks

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

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Jackson Carter

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Kolton Murphy

idk man, paying to talk to a government agency? Seems sketchy af 🤔

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Lilah Brooks

I get the skepticism, but it seriously worked for me. After weeks of trying to get through, I was desperate. The $20 was worth it to finally talk to someone and get my issue resolved.

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Evelyn Rivera

Can you give more details about how it works? Like, do they just keep calling until they get through?

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Lilah Brooks

Yeah, basically they have a system that keeps dialing and navigating the phone tree until it detects a live person. Then it calls you to connect. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Julia Hall

Here's what you need to do: 1. Double-check your mailing address on file with EDD. Sometimes cards get sent back if the address is wrong. 2. If it's been more than 10 business days since your claim was approved, call EDD and ask for a status update. 3. Make sure you haven't missed any identity verification requests. They sometimes hold cards if they need more info. 4. If all else fails, you can request a new card, but that'll take extra time. 5. Keep a record of all your calls and communications with EDD. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any questions.

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Sofia Price

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! I'll definitely go through these steps. Really appreciate it 💯

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Arjun Patel

This is great advice. I wish I had known all this when I was dealing with my claim last year!

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Jade Lopez

have u checked ur spam folder? sometimes the email about the card ends up there lol

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Tony Brooks

The whole system is a joke. I've been waiting 3 months for my card. EDD needs to get there act together 🤬

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Ella rollingthunder87

Preach! 👏 It's like they're stuck in the stone age or smthn

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Yara Campbell

3 months?! That's insane. Have you tried contacting your local representative? Sometimes they can help speed things up.

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Isaac Wright

Quick question - did you opt for direct deposit or the debit card? If you chose direct deposit, you won't get a card at all.

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Sofia Price

Oh, good point! I'm pretty sure I chose the debit card option, but now you've got me second-guessing myself. I'll double-check that too.

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Maya Diaz

guys. i literaly just got my card yesterday after waiting for like 6 weeks. hang in there OP, it'll come eventually!

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Sofia Price

Thanks for the encouragement! Glad you finally got yours. Hopefully mine isn't too far behind 🤞

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Tami Morgan

Has anyone else noticed that EDD seems to be slower lately? I wonder if they're short-staffed or something.

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Rami Samuels

I heard they had a big system upgrade recently. Might be causing delays across the board.

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Haley Bennett

Yeah, my friend who works there said they've been swamped with claims lately. Apparently there's been a spike in applications.

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Douglas Foster

Pro tip: If you do end up calling, have all your info ready. Claim number, SSN, address, etc. Makes the process go way faster if you get through.

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Nina Chan

This might sound crazy, but has anyone tried sending a certified letter to EDD? I did that out of desperation and actually got a response!

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Ruby Knight

Old school, I like it! 📬 Might have to try this if my calls keep going nowhere.

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