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As someone who's been on unemployment for about 8 months now, I can confirm what everyone else is saying about the midnight Monday certification timeline! The key thing to remember is that EDD processes certifications in batches, and midnight submissions usually get priority in the first batch. Since your payment already switched to "paid" status on Tuesday, you're right on track for the typical timeline. One thing I'll add that might help for future certifications: I always screenshot my certification confirmation page and the "paid" status when it updates, just in case there are ever any discrepancies later. It's saved me once when there was a system glitch. Also, if you're ever worried about timing in the future, you can usually certify a few hours before midnight on Sunday night and still get the same processing speed - you don't have to wait until exactly midnight. Your Money Network card should definitely have the funds by Thursday morning at the latest. In my experience, Wednesday night deposits are pretty common too, so you might even get lucky and see it tomorrow evening!
That's really smart advice about taking screenshots! I never thought about documenting the process like that, but it makes total sense to have proof just in case something goes wrong later. And I had no idea you could certify a few hours early on Sunday night - that's actually really helpful to know for future weeks when I might not be able to stay up until midnight on Monday. Thanks for sharing your 8 months of experience with this! It's so reassuring to hear from people who've been through this process many times. I'm definitely feeling much more confident about the whole system now.
I've been following this thread and wanted to add my experience since I'm also relatively new to the EDD system - been on unemployment for about 2 months now. The anxiety you felt about your first few certifications is so relatable! I remember refreshing the EDD website constantly after my first certification, not knowing what was normal timing. What I've learned is that midnight Monday certifications really do process the most consistently. I've tried certifying at different times and the midnight submissions always seem to get into that priority batch everyone mentions. Since your payment already switched to "paid" on Tuesday, you're experiencing the exact timeline that most of us see regularly. One thing that helped reduce my stress was realizing that EDD's system, while frustrating in many ways, is actually pretty reliable for the basic payment processing when there are no flags on your account. The fact that you reported part-time earnings and it still processed normally is a really good sign that your claim is in good standing. You should definitely have your money by Thursday for rent - I'd even bet on Wednesday evening based on the timeline you're describing! Keep us updated when it hits your Money Network card. These real-world timing examples are super helpful for other newcomers to the system.
I'm so glad I found this thread! I'm brand new to the EDD system - literally just got approved last week and this will be my first certification this Monday. Reading everyone's experiences here has been incredibly helpful and reassuring. I was really nervous about the whole process, especially about timing and when to expect payments. It sounds like certifying right at midnight Monday is the way to go for the fastest processing. I don't have any part-time income to report yet, so hopefully my first certification will be even more straightforward. Thanks to everyone who shared their timelines - it really helps us newcomers know what to expect instead of just worrying about the unknown!
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UPDATE: I just managed to get through to EDD (kept calling back-to-back this morning) and they confirmed my first payment was processed yesterday! The representative said the card should arrive within 7-10 business days from payment processing. She also said I can set up direct deposit for future payments once I activate the card. I'm still frustrated about the wait, but at least now I know the money is coming. Thanks everyone for your help and advice!
Great news! Glad you got through and got some clarity. The first payment and card is always the most stressful part of the process. Once you set up direct deposit, you'll get payments much faster. Make sure you keep certifying on time while you wait!
That's such a relief that you got through and got confirmation! I'm actually in a similar situation - got my NOC last week and have been anxiously waiting. Your update gives me hope that mine should be coming soon too. Did the EDD rep mention anything about whether they can expedite the card if you're facing eviction or other emergency situations? I've heard mixed things about whether they have any options for people in dire financial straits.
I asked the rep about expediting because of my housing situation, but she said EDD doesn't have any emergency expedite options for the Money Network cards. She said once Bank of America processes the card order (which happens after EDD releases the payment), that's when the 7-10 day timeline starts. The only thing she suggested was making sure my address was correct and maybe signing up for USPS Informed Delivery so I'd know when it's coming. Not super helpful for emergencies but at least we know what to expect now.
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This happened to me too! I got certification links 4 days after my appeal hearing and was so confused because my account still showed disqualified. Turns out I won! The official letter came about 10 days later. What really helped me was calling the 1-833-978-2511 number around 8:02 AM (right after they open) to get confirmation. The rep was able to tell me that my appeal decision had been entered as "favorable" even though the letter hadn't been mailed yet. Definitely certify for all those weeks - EDD won't send certification links unless they're planning to pay you. Just make sure you answer all the questions accurately since you're certifying for such a long period. Take your time with each week and don't rush through it. The backpay processing took about 3 weeks after I certified, but when it hit, it was life-changing. Sounds like you're looking at a substantial amount given that timeframe. Fingers crossed for you!
This is so reassuring to hear from someone who went through the exact same thing! I'm definitely going to try calling that number tomorrow morning to see if I can get some confirmation before the letter arrives. The waiting is driving me crazy but hearing all these similar success stories is giving me hope. I really appreciate you sharing the timeline details too - it helps to know what to expect for the backpay processing. A 3-week wait seems totally worth it if it means getting over a year of benefits! Thank you for the encouragement 🤞
I'm going through something similar right now! Had my appeal hearing 3 weeks ago and just got certification links yesterday for about 8 months of back weeks. My UI Online still shows the old status too, so I totally understand the confusion and anxiety you're feeling. From everything I've read here and in other forums, it really does seem like a positive sign when they send those certification links. I've been hesitant to get my hopes up, but seeing all these success stories from people who went through the exact same sequence of events is really encouraging. I started certifying yesterday and took everyone's advice about screenshots - definitely recommend doing that for your peace of mind. I'm also planning to call that number someone mentioned to see if I can get any confirmation about my appeal status. The waiting game is absolutely brutal, but it sounds like we're both probably looking at good news based on everyone's experiences here. Keeping my fingers crossed for both of us! Please update us when you get your official decision - I'll do the same. It's so helpful to have this community to share these experiences with since the whole process is so stressful and confusing.
It's so comforting to know someone else is going through this exact same situation right now! The anxiety is real - I keep refreshing my email and checking my UI Online account obsessively even though I know nothing will change until the official decision comes through. I'm planning to start certifying this afternoon and will definitely take all those screenshots. That phone number tip sounds really helpful too - maybe we can both try calling tomorrow morning and compare what we hear! I'll absolutely update this thread when I get my official decision. Having this community support makes such a huge difference during this nerve-wracking waiting period. Fingers crossed for both of us! 🤞
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Yo, I went through something similar a few months back! Missing employment info can definitely hold things up. Here's what worked for me: log into your UI Online account and look for any "Action Items" or notifications. Sometimes they'll let you add missing info directly through the portal. If not, you can try filing a "Request for Backdate" form - it's in the forms section. Also keep checking your inbox for any correspondence from them. The waiting sucks but hang in there! 🤞
Thanks for sharing your experience! I'm definitely going to check for those "Action Items" first thing. The backdate form sounds like it might be exactly what I need. Really appreciate the detailed advice - gives me hope that this can actually get resolved! 🙏
Been in a similar boat myself! One thing that helped me was logging into UI Online and checking if there's a "Reopen Claim" or "Additional Claim Required" section. Sometimes when you miss employment info, the system flags it and creates a pathway to add the missing details. Also, if you have wage statements or pay stubs from that missing employment, have them ready - EDD loves documentation. The key is being proactive about it rather than waiting for them to reach out. Good luck getting this sorted! 🤞
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I'm in a similar situation - had my phone interview 3 weeks ago and still showing pending. From what I've read in this community, it seems like the wait times are really inconsistent. Some people get updates within a week, others wait months. Have you tried calling the 833 number early in the morning around 8:01 AM? I've heard that's when you have the best chance of getting through to someone who can check your status.
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