EDD payment delay after certification - how long is normal in 2025?

Jst wait it out. Mine always takes 3-4 days now. Used to be faster but EDD is slower these days lol

The standard processing time is typically 24-48 hours after certification, but there are several factors that could be causing delays: 1. If this is your first payment on a new claim, it can take longer 2. If you reported any earnings during certification 3. If there are any identity verification issues pending 4. If you have a phone interview scheduled Check your UI Online homepage for any notifications or messages that might explain the delay. Do you see any alerts or pending issues listed?

This EXACT same thing happened to me last month!! I certified on a Sunday and didn't get paid until FRIDAY! I was freaking out the whole time thinking I did something wrong on my certification. The EDD system is so broken. They expect us to report everything perfectly on time but then take forever to pay us. SO FRUSTRATING!

first payments always take longer, sometimes up to 10 days. they don't tell you that anywhere tho. the system is designed to make us suffer i swear

Since this is your first payment after filing a new claim, the delay is normal. The first payment often takes 3-5 business days because it goes through additional verification processes. Since you certified on Sunday (5/28), you should likely see payment by Friday (6/1). If your payment doesn't appear by Monday, then you should contact EDD. When checking your UI Online account, make sure you're looking at the Payment Activity section, not just the Claim Summary. Some people mistake the Claim Summary information for payment status. Also, have you set up your payment preference (Money Network card or direct deposit)? That can affect timing too.

If you need to get through to EDD quickly, try using Claimyr.com - it helped me finally reach a representative when I had a similar payment delay issue. They have a service that connects you with EDD without having to redial hundreds of times. You can see how it works in their demo video: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km The rep I spoke with was able to see exactly why my payment was delayed and pushed it through the same day. Saved me so much stress!

btw make sure ur answering all the certification questions right... if u make a mistake they delay payment

Just wanted to follow up - it's now Friday. Has your payment status changed? If it's still pending and you need immediate assistance, calling EDD directly is your best option. The technical support line (833-978-2511) often has shorter wait times than the regular line and they can transfer you to a claim specialist if needed. If your payment doesn't process by Monday, it might indicate there's an underlying issue with your claim that needs addressing.