How to delete first PFL application after submitting two?

Ugh, been there done that. The system is so frustrating! I had to call them directly to get it sorted out. Be prepared to wait on hold for ages tho 🙄

Here's what you need to do when you get someone on the phone: 1. Explain that you submitted two applications because you needed to change the date. 2. Ask them to delete the first application for you. 3. Make sure they confirm that your second application is active and being processed. 4. Don't forget to ask about the timeline for approval on the second one! Hope this helps! Let us know how it goes.

lol good luck actually getting someone on the phone. I've been trying for weeks 😭

I found a way to actually 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

Anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? 🤔 It's like they're playing 4D chess and we're stuck with checkers

Quick question - did you try looking for an option to edit or cancel the first application online? Sometimes they hide those features in weird places on the website.

Protip: If you cant get through on the main line, try calling some of the other departments and ask to be transferred. Sometimes works for me!

Just went through this exact same situation last month! What worked for me was calling the PFL line and explaining that I accidentally submitted a duplicate application. The rep was actually pretty understanding about it - apparently it happens more often than you'd think. She was able to cancel the first one on the spot and confirmed my second application was processing normally. Definitely mention that you needed to change the date, that's a valid reason for the duplicate. Good luck! 🤞