PFL deposit arrived but online claim status not updated - normal or problem?

omg yes this happened to me too!! got paid for 2 weeks of bonding time but online still said pending for like 3 more days. EDD systems never talk to each other lol

This is completely normal with EDD PFL claims. Their payment processing system and their online portal operate on different schedules. Typically the online portal updates 2-4 business days after a payment is issued. You can verify the payment is legitimate by checking if the amount matches approximately 60-70% of your weekly wages (up to the maximum benefit amount). Just keep a record of the deposit for your files in case there are any questions later.

Are you SURE it's actually from EDD and not some scam?? When I was on maternity leave last year I got a fake deposit notification that turned out to be phishing. Double check that the deposit actually SAYS California EDD and has the right account numbers!!!!

The same thing happened with my disability before I transitioned to baby bonding. The money shows up but the website doesn't update for a while. EDD runs on ancient technology from what I hear. As long as you have the money, I wouldn't worry too much about it. Their systems are just slow to sync up.

If you're worried about the deposit, you should call EDD directly to confirm. I spent days trying to get through their phone lines but finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) and got connected to an agent in about 10 minutes. They confirmed my payment was legit even though my online account wasn't showing it yet. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM?si=6N1iCQ3a8Cdb2Ay5. I was skeptical but it actually worked when I was dealing with my transition from pregnancy disability to baby bonding.

The EDD payment system and their online portal operate on different databases that sync periodically rather than in real-time. This causes the delay you're experiencing. Typically the online portal will update within 2-5 business days after a payment is issued. A few technical points to be aware of: 1) The payment processing system operates 7 days a week 2) The online portal updates only on business days 3) If a payment is processed on Friday-Sunday, the portal may not update until Tuesday or Wednesday 4) During high-volume periods (like summer months when many people take baby bonding leave), these updates can be further delayed As long as the deposit amount matches what you expected for your weekly benefit amount, you should be fine. Keep a record of the deposit just in case.

wait do they pay for baby bonding differently than pregnancy disability? im still on disability but about to switch and want to know if the pay is different?

just an update - if ur portal still hasnt changed by now maybe call them. mine updated after like 3 days but my friend's took almost a week. such a broken system!!

Update: My online portal finally updated this morning - 4 days after the deposit hit my account! Shows as "paid" now with the correct amount. Thanks everyone for your help and reassurance. Seems like this delay is totally normal even if it's annoying!

Glad you got it sorted out! This is such a common source of stress for new parents dealing with EDD. For anyone else reading this thread - another tip is to take screenshots of your bank deposits when they arrive, just in case there are ever any discrepancies later. EDD's record-keeping isn't always perfect, so having your own documentation can save you headaches down the road. Enjoy your bonding time with your little one!