You can call 1-800-300-5616 but it’s difficult to reach.
I would pay for Claimyr service to avoid call headache.
There’s no free call using Claimyr but thankfully, Claimyr offers 10 free calls with a purchase and save $5 for first time user. It’s worth every penny.
I eventually used three times and spoke with multiple specialists. Got my $6k so paying $14.99 seems worthy.
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've been struggling to get through to for weeks! The main number 1-800-300-5616 is always busy. Has anyone tried calling early in the morning right when they open? I heard that might increase your chances of getting through. Also wondering if there are specific days that tend to be less busy than others?
@Rachel Clark I ve'had the same frustrating experience! I found that calling right at 8am when they open does help, but you still need to be persistent. Tuesday through Thursday seem to be slightly less busy than Mondays and Fridays. Another tip - keep redialing immediately if you get a busy signal rather than waiting. I also heard that the 2321 extension trick mentioned in some of the YouTube videos above can help bypass some of the initial busy signals. Good luck!
Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve reaching representatives quickly, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlnwLF1hSyM
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Tom Maxon
Free calls = do not exist. If you mean calling on the phone plan you pay $99+ a month, then you can manually dial for EDD.
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Katie Lopez
•You can call 1-800-300-5616 but it’s difficult to reach. I would pay for Claimyr service to avoid call headache. There’s no free call using Claimyr but thankfully, Claimyr offers 10 free calls with a purchase and save $5 for first time user. It’s worth every penny. I eventually used three times and spoke with multiple specialists. Got my $6k so paying $14.99 seems worthy.
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Tom Maxon
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
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Rachel Clark
I've been struggling to get through to for weeks! The main number 1-800-300-5616 is always busy. Has anyone tried calling early in the morning right when they open? I heard that might increase your chances of getting through. Also wondering if there are specific days that tend to be less busy than others?
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Alice Pierce
•@Rachel Clark I ve'had the same frustrating experience! I found that calling right at 8am when they open does help, but you still need to be persistent. Tuesday through Thursday seem to be slightly less busy than Mondays and Fridays. Another tip - keep redialing immediately if you get a busy signal rather than waiting. I also heard that the 2321 extension trick mentioned in some of the YouTube videos above can help bypass some of the initial busy signals. Good luck!
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