I'm going through this exact same situation right now! My benefit year ends in June 2025 and I exhausted my benefits in January. I called EDD three times and got three different answers from different reps - one said it would automatically renew, another said I need to file a new claim immediately, and the third said to wait until my benefit year ends. Based on everyone's responses here, it sounds like the third rep was correct. I'm going to set a calendar reminder for the day after my benefit year ends to file a new claim. It's frustrating how inconsistent the information is from EDD phone reps! One question for those who've been through this recently - did you have to do the whole ID.me verification process again when you filed your new claim? I'm hoping to avoid that hassle if possible.

I'm actually dealing with this same situation right now and all the responses here have been super helpful! My benefit year ends in August 2025 and I exhausted my benefits back in March. After reading through everyone's experiences, it's crystal clear that nothing happens automatically with EDD - you definitely need to file a new claim right after your benefit year ends. I was also told conflicting things by different EDD reps, so it's really reassuring to hear from people who've actually been through this process recently. I'm going to follow everyone's advice and set a calendar reminder for the day after my benefit year ends to file that new claim. Also going to start gathering all my employment records now so I'm prepared - sounds like having everything organized beforehand makes the process smoother. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences, especially those who mentioned the timeline (3 weeks seems typical) and potential phone interviews. This thread should be bookmarked for anyone going through this confusing situation!

So did you ever get your money? I'm in exactly the same situation now and wondering if you could share how long it actually took in the end? Did you have to do anything special to make it go through faster?

I've been dealing with EDD transfers to Navy Federal for over a year now and can confirm what others have said - it's always exactly 3 business days, no exceptions. Friday transfers don't even start processing until Monday morning, so you're looking at Wednesday or Thursday. One thing I learned the hard way is to always initiate transfers on Monday or Tuesday if you need the money by Friday. Also, Navy Federal's mobile app will show pending ACH deposits about 12 hours before they actually clear, so that can give you a heads up. The whole system is frustrating but at least it's predictable once you know the timeline.

Meghan, I'm so sorry you experienced that level of unprofessionalism! No one should be hung up on, especially when you're just trying to get help with a legitimate issue. While filing complaints with EDD directly often feels like shouting into the void, I'd recommend a multi-pronged approach: 1) Contact your local Assembly member or State Senator - their constituent services teams have direct lines to EDD and can often get results when individual complaints can't, 2) Document everything in writing and send it to the EDD Director's office, and 3) Consider reaching out to local news outlets that cover EDD issues - they're always looking for stories about poor customer service. In the meantime, don't let Brent's rudeness stop you from getting your disqualification notice resolved. Call back, ask for a supervisor immediately, and be persistent. Some EDD agents are actually helpful - you just have to keep trying until you get one who will do their job properly. You've got this!

Meghan, I'm so frustrated reading about your experience with agent Brent - that kind of treatment is absolutely disgraceful! I've been dealing with EDD for months and while I've encountered some rude agents, hanging up on someone asking for a tier 2 transfer is a new low. From my experience, here's what I'd suggest: definitely document everything (date, time, agent name) and file complaints through multiple channels - your Assembly member's office, the EDD Director, and the State Auditor's office that's been investigating their customer service failures. I've also had some success getting help by calling early in the morning (right at 8am) or using the callback feature to avoid the worst of the phone queue stress. Don't let one horrible agent derail you from getting your disqualification issue resolved - that sounds like exactly the kind of complex issue that needs proper attention from someone who actually knows what they're doing. Keep fighting for yourself!

Have you checked if there's an option to switch to direct deposit instead? Might be faster than waiting for a card.

I went through this exact same situation last year! It took about 6 weeks but I finally got my card. A few things that helped me: 1) Try calling early in the morning (like 8 AM sharp) - that's when I had the best luck getting through. 2) Make sure to have your social security number and claim info ready when you call. 3) You can also try the UI Online portal to see if there's any status update on your card. Don't lose hope - I know it's super stressful when you need those funds, but it will come through eventually!

I work as a benefits specialist and see these administrative leave situations frequently. You're absolutely on the right track selecting "laid off" - this is the standard approach for unpaid administrative leave cases. The key points to remember: 1. Be completely transparent in your application about being on administrative leave pending investigation 2. Keep all documentation from your employer about the leave status 3. During your eligibility interview (which you'll likely get), emphasize that this is involuntary and unpaid 4. Your employer suggesting you apply for UI actually works in your favor - document that conversation if possible Administrative leave cases are more common than you might think, especially in larger companies. EDD has established procedures for handling them. The fact that you're not receiving wages through no fault of your own is the crucial factor for eligibility. One tip: if you do get that eligibility interview, have your employer's HR contact information readily available. Sometimes EDD will want to verify the details directly with your company, and having that info handy speeds up the process. Don't let the confusing application categories stress you out too much - the detailed explanation section and interview process are designed to capture situations that don't fit neatly into the basic dropdown options.

I'm currently going through something very similar - been on administrative leave for about a month now while my company deals with some HR issues. I was also confused about which option to select on the EDD application, but after reading everyone's advice here, I went with "laid off" and explained my situation thoroughly in the details section. One thing I want to add that I learned from my experience: make sure you keep copies of EVERYTHING related to your leave. I saved all emails, any written notices, and even took notes on phone conversations with HR. When I had my eligibility interview last week, the EDD representative was really impressed that I had everything documented and it made the whole process much smoother. Also, regarding the work search requirement - they did adjust mine during the interview once I explained that I have a reasonable expectation of returning to my current job. I still have to do some job search activities, but it's much more manageable than the standard requirements. The waiting is really tough financially and emotionally, but hang in there. The system does work, it's just slow and the initial application doesn't capture every possible scenario. That's what the interviews are for!