Can't view my submitted EDD application - need to check for mistakes
Hi everyone, my brother applied for unemployment benefits about 2 weeks ago and now he's freaking out that he might have made errors on his application. He's trying to find a way to review his submitted application through his UI Online account but says he can't figure out how to access it. Is there actually a way to see your completed application after submission? He's worried he might have entered incorrect employment dates which could delay his claim processing. Any help would be appreciated as I'm trying to help him sort this out before he has to deal with potential issues.
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Paolo Marino
Unfortunately, there's no way to view your complete original application after it's been submitted through UI Online. This is one of the most frustrating parts of the EDD system. What he CAN do is log into his UI Online account and check the "History" section which shows some basic information about the claim, but not the full application details. If he's really worried about errors, he has a few options: 1. Wait to see if EDD contacts him about discrepancies (they usually will if something's wrong) 2. Call EDD directly to verify the information (good luck getting through) 3. Submit a correction in writing through the UI Online message center
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StardustSeeker
•Thanks for this info. I'll let him know. He's really anxious about this because he can't afford delays. Do you know if corrections through the message center actually get processed, or is it better to just wait and see?
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Amina Bah
same happened with me in january!!! you CANT view the application after u submit and its SO STUPID. i was stressing for weeks. ended up my claim was fine tho.
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Oliver Becker
I work as an employment counselor and deal with this frequently. Your brother should check his UI Online inbox regularly - if there were mistakes that need correction, EDD will typically send a message requesting additional information or clarification. If he remembers specific errors and wants to be proactive, he should use the Contact EDD button in his UI Online account to send a message with the corrections. Be sure to include his full name, last 4 of SSN, and specific details about what information needs correction. Also, if he's within the first 30 days and the claim hasn't been processed yet, he can actually cancel the application and submit a new one if he believes there are major errors. That's usually a last resort though.
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StardustSeeker
•This is really helpful, thank you! I'll let him know to check his inbox daily. Do you happen to know how long it typically takes EDD to process new applications in 2025? His claim still shows as 'pending' so maybe there's still time to fix mistakes before they finalize it.
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Natasha Petrova
You absolutely CANNOT see the application after submitting!!! I made this mistake too and you know what happens? THEY MAKE YOU WAIT 6 WEEKS then schedule an eligibility interview to fix ANY little mistake!! The whole system is designed to delay benefits and make people give up. I'm still fighting with them over a typo on my employment dates from FOUR MONTHS AGO. The EDD is a DISASTER in 2025, even worse than before!!!!
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Oliver Becker
•While I understand your frustration, not every application with minor errors results in a 6-week wait and interview. Many claims with small discrepancies are resolved through simple communications. The current processing time for new claims is around 10-14 days if there are no issues requiring further review.
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Javier Hernandez
my cousin works for edd she says they only care about big mistakes like wrong employer info or income reporting. small date errors usually dont matter much
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Emma Davis
I've been through this last month. Couldn't see my application either but needed to fix something. I spent 4 days trying to get through to EDD on the phone with no luck - constant busy signals or disconnects after waiting for hours. Finally I used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to an EDD rep in about 20 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km The EDD rep was able to check my application and make the correction I needed. Saved me weeks of anxiety and potential delays. Just sharing what worked for me since getting through to EDD is nearly impossible these days.
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StardustSeeker
•Thanks for the suggestion. I'll check it out if the other options don't work. Did the rep actually make changes to your application over the phone or did they still make you go through additional steps?
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Emma Davis
•The rep made some changes directly while on the phone with me, but for others they had to submit internal notes and corrections. It depended on what type of information needed changing. But at least I got confirmation they received the corrections which gave me peace of mind.
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LunarLegend
I just want to add that your brother should make sure to certify for benefits on time even if he's worried about application errors. Many people make the mistake of not certifying while waiting for issues to be resolved, but you should always certify for any weeks you're eligible, even if the claim is pending or has issues.
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Malik Jackson
has anyone had luck with the contact form on ui online? i submitted THREE messages about a mistake on my application and never got any response lol
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Natasha Petrova
•ZERO response from the contact form for me too. It's like sending messages into a black hole. I think they only respond if it benefits THEM not us!!
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StardustSeeker
Thanks everyone for all the responses. I've shared all this info with my brother. He's going to start by sending a message through UI Online with the corrections, and if he doesn't hear anything within a week, he might try the phone service someone suggested. He's also checking his inbox daily. I really appreciate all the advice - this community is so helpful!
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Paolo Marino
•Good plan. Just remind him to keep certifying for benefits every two weeks regardless of what's happening with his application corrections. That's the most common mistake people make when dealing with application issues.
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