I'm going through the exact same conditional payment mess and it's absolutely maddening! Filed in late January after my hospitality job ended, and I've been waiting for my eligibility interview scheduled for March 14th. Out of 4 pending weeks, EDD randomly decided to pay me conditionally for weeks 1 and 3, but left weeks 2 and 4 still pending with no explanation. What really drives me crazy is that I called EDD last week and the rep told me that conditional payments are processed by an "automated system" that sometimes has "temporary delays." When I asked why the delays would affect some weeks but not others from the same claim, she couldn't give me any logical answer - just kept repeating that the system "processes in its own timeframe." The inconsistency is the worst part. Reading through all these comments, it's clear that EDD's conditional payment system is completely broken right now. Some people get all weeks paid, others get random selections, and the explanations from reps are all over the place. It feels like they're just making stuff up because nobody actually understands how the system works anymore. Connor, I really hope your husband's March 10th interview clears up those pending weeks. This thread has been so helpful in showing that we're definitely not alone in dealing with this broken system. The financial stress of not knowing which weeks will get paid (or when) while waiting for interviews is honestly cruel. EDD really needs to fix this mess!

I'm dealing with this exact same conditional payment issue and it's absolutely infuriating! Filed in early February after losing my manufacturing job, and I've been waiting for my eligibility interview scheduled for March 16th. Out of my 3 pending weeks, they only released conditional payment for the last week I certified for, while the first two weeks are still stuck in pending even though they've been there for over 3 weeks now. What's really frustrating is that I called EDD twice and got completely contradictory information. The first rep told me conditional payments are released "automatically after 14 business days" but couldn't explain why only some of my weeks qualified. The second rep said there are "system review processes" that can delay conditional payments but admitted they don't have visibility into what triggers these reviews or how long they take. Reading through all these comments, it's crystal clear that EDD's conditional payment system is completely broken right now. The fact that so many of us are experiencing the exact same issue - getting random weeks paid while others remain pending with no logical pattern - shows this isn't isolated cases but a massive systemic failure. Connor, I really hope your husband's March 10th interview resolves everything. This thread has been incredibly helpful in showing we're not alone in this mess. The financial uncertainty of not knowing which weeks will get paid while bills keep coming is honestly worse than having everything just be pending. At least then you could plan accordingly! EDD really needs to acknowledge this problem and fix their system.

This is such valuable info, thank you everyone! I'm in a similar boat - my benefit year ended in February and I still have about 6 weeks left on my current claim. Reading through all these experiences makes me feel more prepared for what to expect. One thing I'm curious about: for those who had successful automatic transitions, how long did it typically take for the new claim balance to show up in your UI Online account after your old balance hit zero? I want to know what's considered "normal" timing vs when I should start worrying and calling.

This thread has been incredibly helpful - thank you all for sharing your experiences! I'm actually going through something similar right now. My benefit year ended last month and I have about 4 weeks left on my current claim. I filed my new application right away, but I've been anxiously waiting to see how the transition will work. Reading everyone's stories gives me a much better idea of what to expect. I especially appreciate the tips about taking screenshots and keeping documentation - that's something I definitely wouldn't have thought of on my own. It's both reassuring and concerning to hear that the process can be smooth for some but require multiple phone calls for others. At least now I know to be patient but also persistent if things don't go as expected. Has anyone noticed if certain times of year tend to have more issues with these transitions, or is it pretty random?

I'm currently in a very similar situation - moved to Berlin in January and completely panicked when I realized I couldn't access my EDD account! After reading through all these responses, I wanted to share what's working for me so far. I tried the NordVPN dedicated IP approach that @Jamal Wilson suggested and it actually worked! The key was specifically requesting a residential IP in California (not just any US server) and it cost an extra $70/year but totally worth it for peace of mind. I was able to log in and download my 1099-G yesterday without any security issues. For anyone else reading this, make sure when you contact NordVPN support you specifically ask for a "dedicated residential IP in California" - the regular dedicated IP might still get flagged. Also, clear your browser cache completely before trying to access EDD with the new IP. Hope this helps other expats dealing with the same nightmare!

I'm in a similar boat but from the UK! Moved to London 6 months ago and just realized I need my 2024 1099-G. After reading through all these responses, I'm going to try a multi-pronged approach: first the NordVPN dedicated residential IP that @Harold Oh confirmed works (that success story gives me hope!), and if that fails, I'll use the DE 1093 form to authorize my dad in San Francisco as my representative. The Skype/Google Voice calling tips are also brilliant - international calling fees have been brutal. One thing I wanted to add: if you're filing from abroad, don't forget you might also need to file FBAR (Foreign Bank Account Report) if you have over $10k in foreign accounts at any point during the year. I almost missed that requirement! Thanks everyone for all the detailed advice - this community is amazing for navigating these expat tax nightmares.

To all those having trouble reaching a human at California Unemployment. I just ran across this video that gave me a shortcut to reach a human. Hope it helps! https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI

I had this same issue last month! The password reset link that Katie shared worked for me, but if you're still having trouble with the security questions, you can also try calling EDD's technical support line at 1-833-978-2511. They can help reset your account security settings. Just be prepared to verify your identity with personal information like your SSN and claim details. Good luck!

I just went through this exact process about 4 months ago when my company did unexpected layoffs. I filed on my actual last day of work and everything processed smoothly without any complications. Since your HR team has already processed your final paycheck and it's hit your account, you're in a really good position to file accurately on 9/23. The EDD application will specifically ask for your "last day worked" regardless of when you actually submit the claim, so just make sure you enter 9/23 correctly in that field. Having your final pay stub accessible while completing the application is super helpful for accurately reporting your final week's earnings, including any vacation or PTO payouts. One practical tip that saved me stress later - take screenshots of each page as you complete the application, especially the employment dates and wage information sections. I ended up needing to reference some of those details during my first certification period, and having that record made everything much easier. Your benefit year calculation starts from the Sunday of the week you file anyway, so there's really no advantage to waiting until 9/24. Since you're being proactive about getting organized and you have all your documentation ready, I'd say go ahead and file on 9/23. The accuracy of your information matters way more than the exact timing of submission. You've got this!

I went through this same situation about 6 months ago and can share what worked for me. I filed on my actual last day of work and had no issues with my claim. Since your HR team already processed your final paycheck and it's in your account, you have all the accurate wage information you need to complete the application properly. The EDD system will ask you to specify your last day worked, and you just need to enter 9/23 accurately regardless of whether you submit on 9/23 or 9/24. Your benefit year starts on the Sunday of the week you file anyway, so the timing doesn't really matter for benefit calculations. My advice would be to have your final pay stub ready while filling out the application - the system asks specific questions about earnings for your final week, and having those details handy makes it much easier to be accurate. Also make sure to include any vacation payout or severance in that final week's earnings. Since you're being proactive about getting organized and you have all your documentation ready, I'd say go ahead and file on 9/23. The most important thing is accuracy with your employment dates and wage information, not the exact timing of when you submit. Good luck with your claim!