PFL payment approved but not received yet - how long does it usually take?

Ugh, I'm in the same boat! My PFL was approved last week and still nothing in my account. It's so frustrating when you're counting on that money to come through. Have you tried calling them?

In my experience, it usually takes about 5-7 business days after approval for the payment to hit your account. But with all the delays lately, who knows? The system is so backed up its ridiculous.

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 dealing with PFL payments: 1. Approval doesn't mean immediate payment. There's usually a processing period. 2. Bank holidays can delay things further. 3. Sometimes there are random audits that can hold up payments. 4. If it's been more than 10 business days, definitely try to contact them. 5. Check your claim status online if possible - sometimes there's additional info there. 6. Make sure all your banking info is correct in their system. Hang in there, OP! The system is frustrating but you'll get your money eventually.

have u tried turning it off and on again? 🤣🤣🤣 jk jk but seriously tho, the PFL system is such a joke sometimes

I hate to be that person, but have you checked your spam folder? My payment notification ended up there and I almost missed it.

This happened to me last year. Turns out there was a discrepancy in my paperwork that I didn't even notice. Might be worth double-checking all your docs if you can get ahold of someone.

Not to freak you out, but my coworker had her identity stolen and someone tried to redirect her PFL payments. If it's taking unusually long, might be worth checking if there's been any suspicious activity.

I'm dealing with the exact same issue right now! My PFL was approved about 6 days ago and I'm still waiting for the payment to show up. From what I've been reading online, it seems like 5-10 business days is pretty normal, but the waiting is so stressful when you're depending on that money. I've been checking my bank account obsessively every few hours 😅 Have you been able to check your claim status online at all? Sometimes they update it there before the payment actually hits your account.