What docs does EDD require for PFL application? Need help ASAP!
Hey everyone, I need to file for Paid Family Leave (PFL) with EDD and I'm not sure what documents I need. Can anyone help me out? What did you have to submit when you applied?
21 comments
Write a comment...
Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve EDD Paid Family Leave application, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKHmYDheDCo
0 coins
Write a comment...
Sofia Peña
I just went through this process! Here's what you'll need: • PFL claim form (obviously lol) • Something to prove your relationship to the person you're caring for (like a birth certificate or marriage license) • Medical certification from a doctor Make sure you have all of these ready before you start the application. It'll make things go way smoother!
0 coins
Hunter Hampton
Thank you so much! This is really helpful. Do you know if I need the original documents or if copies are okay?
0 coins
4M
Sofia Peña
Copies should be fine for most things, but double check on the EDD website to be sure. Better safe than sorry!
0 coins
4M
Aaron Boston
Just a heads up, sometimes they ask for originals later if they need to verify something. Happened to my cousin last year.
0 coins
4M
Write a comment...
Sophia Carter
ugh, good luck dealing with EDD. Their system is a nightmare 🤮
0 coins
Chloe Zhang
For real tho. I've been waiting on my claim for months. It's like they're living in the stone age or smthn
0 coins
4M
Brandon Parker
Have you tried calling them? Sometimes that can speed things up.
0 coins
4M
Chloe Zhang
LOL calling EDD? Might as well try to call the moon 🌙 👽
0 coins
4M
Write a comment...
Adriana Cohn
Quick tip: fill out everything SUPER carefully. One tiny mistake and they'll send it all back. Ask me how I know 😭
0 coins
Write a comment...
Jace Caspullo
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at EDD! 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. Check out this video: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM
0 coins
Melody Miles
Sounds too good to be true. Are you sure it's legit?
0 coins
4M
Jace Caspullo
100% legit. I was skeptical too, but it saved me hours of hold time. Worth every penny imo
0 coins
4M
Nathaniel Mikhaylov
How long did you have to wait after using the service?
0 coins
4M
Jace Caspullo
Only about 30 minutes! Way better than the 3+ hours I spent trying to call on my own.
0 coins
4M
Write a comment...
Eva St. Cyr
Don't forget to keep copies of EVERYTHING you submit. EDD has a talent for losing paperwork 🙄
0 coins
Kristian Bishop
This!!! 💯 I learned the hard way. Now I scan everything before sending it in.
0 coins
4M
Write a comment...
Kaitlyn Otto
Has anyone had luck submitting stuff online? Is it faster than mailing?
0 coins
Axel Far
Online is def faster. Just make sure your docs are clear and easy to read when you upload them.
0 coins
4M
Jasmine Hernandez
Online worked great for me. Just remember to save the confirmation page!
0 coins
4M
Write a comment...
Luis Johnson
Pro tip: if you're caring for a family member, get the medical certification filled out ASAP. Doctors can take forever and it'll hold up your whole application.
0 coins
Write a comment...