UPDATE: Since it's been over 24 hours, I would suggest checking these things: 1) Log into BofA/Money Network and check your recent transaction history, not just the balance 2) Make sure you don't have any account holds 3) Check that your card is still active and hasn't expired. If you still don't see it by tomorrow, definitely call the card provider first, and if they don't see a pending deposit, then you'll need to contact EDD directly.

Glad to hear your payment came through! 30 hours is pretty typical in my experience. For anyone else reading this thread - this is a good reminder that the timing can vary quite a bit depending on when during the day your payment gets processed. The key is not to panic if it doesn't show up immediately, but definitely follow up if it's been more than 48 hours like others mentioned.

Just checking back - were you able to resolve this issue? The suggestion to login directly to ID.me (not through the EDD link) usually works for these document classification problems.

So glad to hear you got it resolved! This is exactly why I always tell people to try the direct ID.me login first before calling support. The document classification issue trips up so many people, but once you fix that categorization error, the verification usually goes smoothly. For anyone else reading this thread with similar problems - Grace's experience shows that the system isn't actually asking for MORE documents, it's just confused about the TYPE of document you uploaded. Always double-check that you're selecting the right category (CA ID vs driver's license, etc.) before submitting! Thanks for updating us with the resolution - it'll help other people who run into this same frustrating issue! 👍

I'm a former EDD representative and can provide some clarity on your situation. You should absolutely still qualify for benefits! The key factors working in your favor are: 1) You were involuntarily separated (laid off) from your previous position, 2) Your new job doesn't start for 2.5 months, leaving you genuinely unemployed now, and 3) The significant pay reduction ($15k less) demonstrates you have legitimate reasons to continue seeking better employment. The "reasonable assurance" provision that applies to school employees typically only applies when the SAME employer provides assurance of future work. Since you're moving to a different district at lower pay, this shouldn't disqualify you. During your eligibility interview, be completely honest about your situation. Emphasize that you're actively seeking immediate employment at your previous salary level, and that the August position was accepted as a backup due to financial necessity. Keep detailed records of all job applications and interviews - this shows genuine work search efforts. One important note: always answer "yes" when asked if you're looking for work during weekly certifications, because you legitimately are seeking better opportunities that could start immediately. Good luck!

As someone who's been through the EDD system multiple times as a teacher, I want to add that timing is really important here. Since you're actively interviewing (you mentioned one this Friday), make sure to report any job offers you receive during your weekly certifications, even if you don't accept them. EDD appreciates transparency. Also, don't let the phone wait times discourage you from calling if you have questions before your interview. I've found that calling right when they open (8am) gives you the best chance of getting through in under an hour. Having that direct conversation with a rep can clear up a lot of confusion about your specific situation. One last thing - if your eligibility gets delayed or denied initially, don't panic. The appeals process exists for exactly these kinds of nuanced situations where the automated system might not capture all the details. But based on what you've described, I think you have a strong case for approval. Keep us posted on how it goes!

Just want to add that you should also check if your employer offers any payroll advance or bonus programs that might help with the immediate tax situation. Some companies will give you a small advance on future earnings if you explain you need to catch up on taxes from unemployment. Also, if you're really worried about penalties, remember that as long as you pay at least what you owed last year (or 90% of this year's liability), you won't get hit with underpayment penalties. The IRS and California are pretty reasonable about this stuff if you're making a good faith effort to catch up!

Another thing to keep in mind - if you're planning to stay at this new job for a while, you might want to consider slightly over-withholding for the rest of the year rather than trying to hit the exact amount. This way you'll get a refund instead of owing, which can be nice for peace of mind. You can always adjust your withholding back down next year once you're caught up. Also, don't forget that unemployment benefits might have pushed you into a different tax bracket temporarily, so the effective tax rate on those benefits might be higher than your regular income tax rate. Good luck with everything and congrats again on the new job!

Update question for the original poster - did any of these suggestions work for you? Were you able to get through to EDD?

That's awesome news @Samantha Johnson! So glad you finally got through and got it resolved. The identity verification flag issue is pretty common - I had the same thing happen to me a few months ago and it wasn't visible anywhere in the online portal either. It's frustrating that these issues aren't clearly displayed to claimants, but at least you're sorted now. Hopefully your payment comes through quickly! For anyone else still struggling, the UI technical support line (1-855-327-7057) really does seem to be the way to go based on multiple success stories here.