EDD new claim filing without updated ID - wait or proceed?

You should definitely wait until you have your new ID. EDD requires valid identification for the ID.me verification process, and starting a claim with an expired ID will just lead to delays and possible disqualification. I had to do this last year, and waiting until I had my new ID in hand made everything go much smoother.

i didnt wait when mine expired and it was a HUGE headache. the claim kept getting flagged for ID verification and i had to do id.me like 3 times!!! just wait trust me

While it's technically possible to start the claim without your new ID, I strongly recommend waiting. Here's why: 1. The ID.me verification system EDD uses requires a valid, unexpired ID document 2. Starting with an expired ID will trigger identity verification issues 3. This often leads to weeks of delay while they manually review your claim 4. You might have to complete additional identity verification steps If your new ID is expected soon, the few days of waiting will likely be shorter than the weeks of delay from ID verification problems. However, if you're concerned about a gap in benefits, you can call EDD to ask about your specific situation.

I had almost the exact same situation in January! My ID expired right when I needed to file a new claim. I tried using my expired ID with ID.me and it was rejected. Then I had to wait for my new ID anyway, and by then my claim was already flagged for verification issues. Took almost 7 weeks to get it all sorted out and get paid. DEFINITELY wait for your new ID to arrive.

The EDD system is SO FRUSTRATING!! Even with a valid ID the whole process takes forever. My friend had to wait 5 weeks just for basic verification last month even tho all her docs were current!!!

If you really need to get through to EDD to ask about this specific situation, try using Claimyr. I was stuck in a similar verification nightmare and couldn't get anyone on the phone for weeks. Claimyr got me through to an actual EDD rep who fixed my issue in minutes. Their site is claimyr.com and they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km - seriously saved me so much frustration.

Just to provide some extra information on this: When you file a new claim after expiration, EDD verifies your identity through ID.me, which requires unexpired government identification. Your claim will be put on hold pending identity verification if there are any issues with your ID. Additionally, when filing a new claim after expiration, they'll review your base period wages to determine your new benefit amount - so waiting a week or two usually won't impact your benefit amount calculation, since they're looking at earlier quarters of earnings. If you're still certifying for benefits on your previous claim until its final week, you won't have a gap in potential payments as long as you file your new claim within the established timeframe after expiration.

wait has anyone tried using digital ID in the wallet app for id.me? does that work or do u need the physical card?

Thanks everyone for the super helpful advice! I've decided to wait until my new ID arrives before filing my new claim. Seems like the consensus is that trying to proceed with an expired ID will cause more delays than just waiting. I'll keep an eye on my mail and file as soon as my new card arrives. Hopefully the DMV estimate of 7-10 days is accurate!

Smart choice waiting for your new ID! I went through this exact situation last year and learned the hard way that EDD's ID.me system is incredibly strict about expiration dates. Even being expired by just a few days caused my claim to get stuck in verification limbo for over a month. The automated system flags expired documents immediately and then you're dealing with manual review processes that take forever. When I finally got my new ID and refiled, everything went through smoothly in just a few days. The peace of mind is worth the short wait!