EDD Paid Family Leave application error - expired ID, what to do?
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with my Paid Family Leave application. My driver's license and passport are both expired, and I'm not sure what to do. I have my Social Security card and birth certificate, but the application keeps giving me an error. Has anyone dealt with this before? Any advice on how to proceed or what alternative documents I can use?
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Zainab Ibrahim
Ugh, I feel your pain! I went through something similar last year. Have you tried calling the EDD office directly? They might be able to guide you through the process or offer alternatives.
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Miguel Ramos
I've been trying to call them for days, but I can never get through. It's so frustrating! 😤
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StarSailor
Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold that way.
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Connor O'Brien
lol good luck with that. I tried for weeks and never got a human on the line 🤡
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Yara Sabbagh
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QuantumQuest
Here's what you need to do: 1. Gather all your documents (SS card, birth certificate) 2. Write a letter explaining your situation 3. Include copies of your expired ID 4. Mail everything to the EDD office 5. Follow up with a phone call in a week I had to do this when my wallet was stolen. It's a pain, but it works!
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Miguel Ramos
Thank you so much for the detailed steps! This is really helpful. How long did the whole process take for you?
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QuantumQuest
It took about 3 weeks total, but your mileage may vary. Just keep following up!
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Amina Sy
have you tried turning it off and on again? 🤣 jk jk. but seriously, sometimes clearing your browser cache or trying a different browser can help with those pesky online forms.
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Oliver Fischer
This is why the system is broken. We shouldnt have to jump through hoops just to get the benefits we deserve. Its time for a complete overhaul of the EDD!
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Natasha Petrova
Preach! 🙌 The whole system is a joke. We need to organize and demand change.
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Javier Morales
Calm down, Bernie. The system works fine for most people. OP just has a unique situation.
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Oliver Fischer
"Works fine"? Have you been living under a rock? 🤔
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Emma Davis
I heard they're updating the online system soon. Might be worth waiting a few days to see if that fixes the error you're getting.
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GalaxyGlider
Source? I haven't seen anything about an update.
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Emma Davis
My cousin works for the state. Take it with a grain of salt, I guess.
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Malik Robinson
Whatever you do, DON'T mail in your original documents! I made that mistake and it took months to get them back. Always send copies!
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Isabella Silva
Have you considered getting a state ID card? It's usually faster than renewing a driver's license and might solve your problem.
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Miguel Ramos
That's a great idea! I didn't even think of that. I'll look into it tomorrow.
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Ravi Choudhury
im in the same boat, expired everything lol. let me know if you figure it out OP!
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