EDD PFL application 'received' but no updates - why does it mention benefit card?

Same thing happened to me in February! The benefit card message is actually good news - it means your claim was approved, but they never sent you any notification. Check your mail carefully for the next few days - you should receive your EDD debit card soon. They're terrible about communicating status updates.

the message means ur approved lol congrats! tey gave u a debit card that ur benefits will be loaded on. check ur mail it should come soon. took mine like 2 weks after that messge

YOU GOT APPROVED!!!!! But this is literally EXACTLY why I hate EDD so much. They NEVER tell you anything directly. They set up this dumb system where you have to decode weird automated messages instead of just TELLING PEOPLE their status. I had 3 kids and went through this nonsense every time. The benefit card message means you're approved, but honestly who would know that? Not a first time mom dealing with a newborn and no sleep!!!!

The benefit card message is actually confirmation that your claim was approved. When EDD approves your Paid Family Leave claim, they automatically set up your EDD debit card which is valid for 3 years. The fact you're getting that message means your application was processed successfully. You should receive your EDD debit card in the mail within 7-10 business days from Bank of America. The first payment should be loaded onto the card shortly after you receive it. If you don't receive anything within 10 business days, you should call EDD directly to confirm your mailing address is correct in their system. You can also check your claim status online by creating an account at edd.ca.gov if you haven't already. This will show your claim details, payment history, and you can set up direct deposit to your personal bank account instead of using the debit card.

Generally, once your card arrives, the first payment is either already loaded or will be within 1-2 business days. Some people receive their first payment the same day they get their card, while others may wait a few days. If your online account still shows just "received" status, that's typical EDD inconsistency - their phone system and online system don't always sync up immediately. The phone message about your benefit card is the more current information. Once you get your card, I recommend setting up direct deposit to your personal bank account through the Bank of America EDD debit card website. It's much more convenient than using the actual card.

I had so much trouble reaching anyone at EDD when I was on maternity leave last year. I ended up using this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me through to an actual human at EDD in like 20 minutes instead of calling for days. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM?si=6N1iCQ3a8Cdb2Ay5 It seriously saved my sanity because I needed to confirm my card was actually coming and that my address was correct. Turns out EDD had my old apartment number on file even though I updated it on my application!

check ur junk mail too, i almost threw mine away cuz it looks like spam lol. plain white envelope from Bank of America.

The EDD debit card message means your PFL claim has been approved, but there's a specific process to follow now. Here's what's happening: 1. Your PFL baby bonding claim has been processed and approved 2. EDD has authorized Bank of America to issue you a debit card 3. Bank of America will mail this card to your address on file 4. Your benefits will be loaded onto this card 5. The card is valid for 3 years (which explains the message) Important steps to take: - Watch for a plain envelope from Bank of America in the next 5-7 business days - Once received, activate the card immediately by calling the number on the sticker - Set up online access to manage your card at prepaid.bankofamerica.com/eddcard - Consider setting up direct deposit from your card to your personal bank account The online account might still show "received" status temporarily - the systems don't always update simultaneously. The benefit card message from the phone system is confirmation of approval.

Update: You were all right!! My debit card came in the mail today in a very plain envelope that I almost threw away. I've activated it and there's already money on it! Such a relief. I'm going to set up direct deposit to my regular bank account as suggested. Thanks everyone for helping this sleep-deprived new mom figure this out! The EDD seriously needs to improve their communication system though!