EDD Payment Delayed 8 Weeks After Approval - What Can I Do?

Ugh, I feel your pain. I was in the same boat a few months ago. It's ridiculous how long they make us wait. Have you tried calling them? Sometimes that can help speed things up.

8 weeks?! That's insane. I thought my 6-week wait was bad. Have you reached out to your local representative? Sometimes they can help push things along.

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/DOLxZQb92wM

Here's what I've learned after dealing with this for months: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your calls, emails, and claim updates. 2. Be persistent. Call every day if you have to. 3. Reach out to your local representative or senator's office. They can often help. 4. Check your online account regularly for any updates or requests for additional info. 5. Join Facebook groups or forums for your state's unemployment. Sometimes you can get insider tips. 6. If all else fails, consider filing a complaint with the Department of Labor. Hang in there, OP. The system is a mess, but don't give up!

have u checked ur spam folder? sometimes the emails end up there lol

8 weeks is nothing, buddy. I've been waiting for 4 MONTHS. Welcome to bureaucracy hell. 🔥🏢🔥

Anyone else notice that ever since they "upgraded" their system, everything's been worse? Like, congrats on making a bad situation even more unbearable 👏👏👏

Hey OP, what state are you in? The wait times can vary a lot depending on where you are.

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the phone, try reaching out on Twitter. Sometimes their social media team is more responsive.

This might sound crazy, but has anyone tried going to their local office in person? I'm thinking of doing that as a last resort.