EDD Money Network Card Arrival Time: How Long Does It Take?
Hey everyone, I'm wondering if anyone knows when the EDD Money Network card is supposed to arrive in the mail? I've been waiting for a while and I'm getting a bit anxious. Has anyone else had experience with this? How long did it take for yours to come?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve EDD Money Network card delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwNj0TPdvlM
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Cali San
My claim was approved 10/28 itβs 12/23 and two cards have been mailed to me first one got canceled waited a week for me to get the card I canβt activate it and was told my account had fraud and a check was sent out remind you I never had a card or activated anything so much for Christmas for me glad Iβm able to get by
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AaliyahAli
Has anyone tried going to an EDD office in person? I heard some people have had luck that way.
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Ellie Simpson
I tried that last week. The line was around the block π€¦ββοΈ
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Arjun Kurti
Most offices are closed due to COVID. You need an appointment and those r impossible to get
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RaΓΊl Mora
It's tough but definitely worth trying if you're out of options.
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LongPeri
have you tried checking your mailbox? π€£
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Debra Bai
AuthorVery funny. π I check it like 5 times a day lol
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Oscar O'Neil
Lmao I feel this. I was stalking my mailman for weeks π¬π
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Sara Hellquiem
It's become part of my daily routine too, haha.
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Lucas Schmidt
Here's what I know about the EDD Money Network card delivery process: β’ After your claim is approved, it usually takes 7-10 business days for the card to be mailed out. β’ The card is sent via regular mail, not express or priority. β’ You should receive an email notification when the card has been mailed. β’ If you haven't received your card within 10 business days of that email, you should contact Bank of America EDD Debit Card Customer Service. β’ Make sure your address is correct in your EDD account. Any discrepancies can delay the process. β’ If you've moved recently, you might need to update your address and request a new card. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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Debra Bai
AuthorWow, thanks for the detailed info! I'll double-check my address in my account.
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Freya Collins
This is super helpful. Do you work for EDD or something? π€
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Isabella Martin
yall remember when we used to get actual checks in the mail? those were the days π΄
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Elijah Jackson
Ok boomer π
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Isabella Martin
Get off my lawn! π€£
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Sophia Miller
Ah, nostalgia. But wasn't all that efficient either!
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Chloe Green
Has anyone tried tweeting at EDD? Sometimes public shaming works wonders π
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Lucas Adams
Ooh, I like your style. Might have to try that if my card doesn't show up soon.
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Harper Hill
I did that once and they actually responded! Didn't solve my problem, but at least I felt heard lol
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Caden Nguyen
Social media pressure can indeed be surprisingly effective.
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Lincoln Ramiro
Anyone else think its weird that they use Bank of America for this? Like, couldn't they use a better bank or something?
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Faith Kingston
Ikr? Probably got some shady deal going on π€
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Emma Johnson
I heard they're switching to a different bank soon. Can't remember which one tho
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Liam Brown
Let's hope for a more efficient partner next time.
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Mason Davis
Guys I'm freaking out. My card finally came but it has zero balance??? Anyone else deal with this??
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Mia Rodriguez
Chill, it takes a day or two for the funds to show up after activation. You should be good.
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Mason Davis
Oh thank god. You just saved me from a panic attack π
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Jacob Lewis
It's common to have a slight delay. It'll get sorted.
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Brianna Muhammad
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. (https://claimyr.com
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JaylinCharles
Wait, what? You paid money to call them? That sounds sketchy af
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Brianna Muhammad
I know it sounds weird, but I was desperate. It actually worked tho. Got through in like an hour.
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Eloise Kendrick
How does it work exactly? Do they give you a specific time to be ready for the call?
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Ryder Greene
I'm in the same boat, buddy. This whole process is so frustrating. Feels like we're just numbers to them, not people who need help. π
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Debra Bai
AuthorFor real. It's like they forget we have bills to pay and food to buy.
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Carmella Fromis
Preach! π The system is broken af
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Theodore Nelson
Yes, empathy seems to be in short supply in the bureaucracy.
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Margot Quinn
Plot twist: the card never comes and we all just slowly go insane waiting for it π€ͺ
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Evelyn Kim
Bruh π
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Diego Fisher
Don't even joke about that. I'm already halfway there π
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Henrietta Beasley
Humor is a good way to cope with this mess though.
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Camila Castillo
When you apply for unemployment benefits, the EDD Money Network card is typically sent out 7-10 business days after your claim is approved. However, due to high demand or postal delays, this time frame can sometimes extend to 3 weeks or more. It's essential to ensure your address is updated in your EDD account to avoid any delays. If you haven't received your card within this period, contacting the Bank of America's EDD Debit Card Customer Service is advisable. For faster resolution, tools like Claimyr are available, which help skip the long EDD phone queues for a fee. While Claimyr has been reported as effective by some users, remember that persistence and patience are key. Also, once you receive your card, setting up direct deposit can prevent future delays. This way, funds are electronically transferred to your bank account directly, bypassing the mail system. While Claimyr offers a valuable service, depending on your situation, this fee might not be justifiable, and you can still opt to reach out through other means, keeping consistent with your inquiries.
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Amelia Martinez
I swear EDD is running on Windows 95 or something. How is it this slow in 2023? π€¦ββοΈ
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Ethan Clark
Bold of you to assume they've upgraded to Windows 95 π
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Mila Walker
Nah fam, they're still using carrier pigeons and smoke signals
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Logan Scott
Maybe it's time for a tech overhaul on their part.
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Victoria Brown
Ugh, the waiting game is the worst. I swear EDD moves at a snail's pace. π I had to wait almost 3 weeks for mine.
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Samuel Robinson
3 weeks? You're lucky! I've been waiting for over a month now. π
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Victoria Brown
Damn, that sucks. Have you tried calling them? Maybe there's an issue with your address or something.
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Camila Castillo
Patience is a virtue, but it's tough when EDD is involved. π
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Olivia Garcia
Pro tip: set up direct deposit as soon as you get your card. Way faster and safer than relying on snail mail every week.
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Debra Bai
AuthorGood idea! I'll def do that once it finally arrives.
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Noah Lee
This! π Changed the game for me.
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Ava Hernandez
Digital is the way to go in this day and age.
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Charlee Coleman
Guys, I think I found a hack. If you call the Bank of America EDD line instead of the regular EDD number, the wait times are way shorter. They can at least tell you if your card has been mailed out.
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Liv Park
Yo, this is genius! What's the number?
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Charlee Coleman
It's 1-866-692-9374. Good luck!
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Leeann Blackstein
Such a simple tip but could save so much time!
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Gabriel Freeman
I got mine about 2 weeks after I was approved for benefits. But I've heard it can take up to a month for some people. Hang in there!
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Laura Lopez
Thanks for the encouragement! I'm trying to be patient but it's hard when you need the funds.
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Alexis Renard
I'm in the same situation! Been waiting about 2 weeks now since my claim was approved. The uncertainty is the worst part - like, did they actually mail it or is it just sitting in some processing center? I've been checking the mailbox obsessively too. Really hoping it shows up soon because I have rent due next week. Thanks for posting this question, at least now I know I'm not alone in this waiting game!
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