UPDATE: I just checked my UI Online account and my status changed to "paid"! They must have processed it faster than the 7-10 days they quoted. So relieved! Now just waiting for that Money Network card to arrive. Thanks everyone for your help and advice!

Congrats on getting approved! That's such a relief when you see that status change to "paid." For anyone else still waiting - I had a similar experience where they quoted 7-10 days but it actually took 12 business days. The key thing I learned is that weekends and holidays don't count as "business days" so make sure you're calculating correctly. Also, once your status changes to "paid," the Money Network card usually arrives within 5-7 business days via regular mail. If you're in a rush, you can call Money Network directly to see if they offer expedited shipping for a fee.

Congratulations on getting your interview done and claim approved! This is such a perfect example of why it's important not to panic when EDD runs behind schedule. I went through this same situation last year - they called me 3 hours late and I was convinced my claim was going to be denied. It's frustrating that they don't give any updates during the waiting period, but at least now other people reading this thread will know that late calls are totally normal. Thanks for updating us with the good news!

So glad to see this thread with a happy ending! I've been following along because I have my interview scheduled for next week and was already getting anxious about it. Reading everyone's experiences - especially how both Savanna and Juan got their calls hours late but everything worked out - really helps calm my nerves. It's good to know that EDD running behind schedule is normal and doesn't mean your claim will be denied. I'll definitely keep my phone charged and close by for the entire day (and maybe the next day too based on what others shared). Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - this community is so helpful for navigating the EDD process!

When my husband got laid off last month, his card came EXACTLY 12 business days after approval. Not 11, not 13. I think they have some kind of policy where they won't even consider it "late" until after 12 business days. Such a stupid system when people are desperate for their benefits! Why can't they just email us a temporary virtual card or something while we wait for the physical one??

I'm dealing with the exact same situation right now - approved 10 days ago and still checking my mailbox obsessively every day! Reading through these comments gives me hope that it's normal but also frustrating that this is such a common issue. The fact that we have to rely on third-party services just to get basic help from our own state agency is honestly ridiculous. I'm going to try that Claimyr service mentioned above since I've had zero luck getting through on the regular lines. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least we're not alone in this mess!

Just want to chime in as someone who's been lurking here for a while but finally created an account because this P.O. Box issue is driving me absolutely insane! I've been stuck on this same problem for over a week now. The system keeps telling me to call, but every time I try the main line it's either busy or I get disconnected after waiting forever. Reading through everyone's suggestions here gives me hope though! I'm definitely going to try Joy's technical support line tip first - that 1-800-300-5616 number sounds like it could be a game changer. If that doesn't work, I might bite the bullet and try that claimyr service Esmeralda mentioned, even though paying $20 feels frustrating when this should just work in the first place. Thanks to everyone who's shared their experiences and solutions. It's so reassuring to know I'm not the only one dealing with this ridiculous system glitch. Hopefully between all these different approaches, we can all get through this P.O. Box nightmare! 🤞

Hey Liam! I just went through this exact same P.O. Box nightmare last month and I feel your pain. After reading through all these great suggestions, here's what I'd recommend trying in order: 1. **Start with Joy's technical support line** at 1-800-300-5616 - this seems like the most direct route for online application issues 2. **Try the early morning calling strategy** (8 AM sharp) if the tech line doesn't work out 3. **Contact your old employer's HR** for their physical street address as a backup I actually had success with a combination approach - I called my former employer first to get their street address, then used that when I finally got through to EDD. The whole thing took about 3 days total but was so worth it to avoid the endless phone loops. One more tip: keep a notepad handy with all your info written out (SSN, employer details, dates, etc.) so you're ready the moment someone picks up. The reps can usually fix this P.O. Box issue super quickly once you actually reach them! Don't give up - this community has your back and clearly there are multiple ways to solve this! 💪

So glad to hear you're taking action and getting help! Your update gives me hope for my own situation. I'm dealing with a similar overpayment issue right now and was feeling completely overwhelmed. One thing I'd add from my experience - when you meet with legal aid, ask them about requesting a hearing if your initial appeal gets denied. Sometimes you need to go through multiple levels of appeals, but having legal aid guide you through that process makes a huge difference. Also, keep copies of EVERYTHING - every form, every letter, every communication. EDD has a habit of "losing" paperwork, so having your own complete file is crucial. Thanks for sharing your progress - it really helps to know there are people out there who successfully navigate this nightmare!

I'm really glad to see this thread helping so many people! As someone who went through a similar EDD overpayment situation about 6 months ago, I wanted to add a few more tips that might help: 1. When you're gathering documentation for your hardship waiver, include utility bills, rent receipts, medical bills - anything that shows your actual monthly expenses. The more detailed your financial picture, the stronger your case. 2. If you were homeless, try to get documentation from any shelters you stayed at, social services you contacted, or even friends/family who can write letters confirming your housing situation. 3. Don't be discouraged if your first appeal gets denied - this happens a lot even for legitimate cases. The hearing process that others mentioned is where many people finally get their overpayments resolved. 4. Consider reaching out to your local assembly member's office. They often have staff who specialize in helping constituents with EDD issues and can sometimes get faster responses. The system is definitely broken and unfair, but seeing people like Freya take action and get results gives me hope that others can too. Keep fighting for yourselves - you deserve better than this bureaucratic nightmare!