PFL Application: How long for callback? Anxious about wait times

I applied for PFL last month and it took about 2 weeks to hear back. The waiting game is tough, but hang in there! Have you tried checking your online account for any updates?

Ugh, the waiting is the worst part! I remember when I applied, it felt like forever. Pro tip: keep calling them every few days. Sometimes you can get different info from different reps.

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

Here's what I've learned from my experience with PFL: • Be patient, the process can take anywhere from 2-6 weeks • Double-check all your paperwork before submitting • Keep a log of all your calls and interactions • If possible, submit everything online - it's usually faster • Don't be afraid to follow up if you haven't heard anything after 3 weeks • Make sure your employer has submitted their portion of the forms • Have your doctor's office confirm they've sent all necessary medical info Hope this helps! Good luck with your application!

am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we have to jump through so many hoops for PFL? like, we're already dealing with family stuff, why make it harder? 🤦‍♂️

Has anyone had luck getting retro pay for the waiting period? I've heard mixed things about whether it's possible or not.

Just a heads up, there's been some changes to the PFL policy recently. Make sure you're looking at the most up-to-date info on the official website. I almost messed up my application because I was using old guidelines 😅

I'm in the same boat right now - applied about 10 days ago and still waiting for that callback! The anxiety is real 😰 I've been checking my online account daily but no updates yet. Reading through these comments is actually making me feel better knowing I'm not alone in this. @Zainab Abdulrahman your checklist is gold, I'm definitely going to start keeping a log. Has anyone tried calling the main number directly or is it always just endless hold times?