EDD payment schedule confusion - if paid Tuesday when's my next deposit?

It's based on your certification date, not your payment date. You'll certify every two weeks on Sunday (the day your certification becomes available). If you certify early Sunday morning, the payment typically processes within 24-48 hours and deposits 1-2 days after that. So yes, if you certify this Sunday by like 8am, you'll probably get paid Tuesday or Wednesday. I've been using Claimyr (claimyr.com) whenever I have payment issues or questions - they help you get through to an EDD rep quickly instead of calling hundreds of times. Their video shows exactly how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km - saved me so much frustration when my payments were stuck pending.

my payments always hit on weds not tues but i certify sunday night not morning so thats probly why. i think each bank processes diff too

THEY NEVER TELL U THIS STUFF CLEARLY!!!! I swear EDD makes everything confusing on purpose. I went 3 weeks thinking I was supposed to certify every week and couldn't figure out why the system wouldn't let me. No one answers phones and the website is useless!!!

Your claim is on a specific schedule that doesn't change. EDD assigns everyone to either a Group 1 or Group 2 certification schedule. You'll always certify every two weeks on Sunday, and your certification weeks are fixed by your assigned group. The payment typically processes overnight if you certify early on Sunday, and depending on your payment method (Money Network card vs direct deposit) and your bank, it will deposit 1-3 business days later. To know exactly when your next certification is available, log into UI Online and look at your homepage - it will show your next certification date clearly at the top of the dashboard.

When I first started getting unemployment, I was SUPER confused too. My claim was approved on a Wednesday but I couldn't certify until the following Sunday. Then I got paid on Tuesday. Then I had to wait two whole weeks to certify again. So now my schedule is certify every other Sunday, get paid every other Tuesday or Wednesday depending on bank processing. Does that help?

guys i have a somewhat related question - if my benefit year ends in July, do I still certify the same way until then? My work is seasonal so I might go back before that date anyway

Here's a simple way to remember the payment schedule: 1. Your certification date is always every other Sunday 2. Payment processing typically starts that Sunday night/Monday morning 3. Payment usually appears 1-3 business days after processing (so Tuesday-Thursday) The exact deposit day may vary by 1-2 days depending on your bank, but the certification schedule is fixed. You can also set up email or text alerts in your UI Online account to notify you when it's time to certify.

One thing that helped me when I was figuring out the EDD payment schedule was keeping a simple calendar or notes app where I tracked my certification dates and payment dates for the first few cycles. After about 3-4 payments, you'll have your personal pattern down and won't need to think about it anymore. Also, if you ever have a payment that's delayed or doesn't show up when expected, don't panic right away - sometimes banks have processing delays on their end, especially around holidays. Give it an extra business day or two before calling EDD. The system is actually pretty reliable once you understand how it works!

Just want to add that if you're ever unsure about your specific certification schedule, you can also check your UI Online account dashboard - it shows your next certification date right at the top. I made the mistake early on of trying to certify on the wrong week and got confused when the system wouldn't let me. The bi-weekly schedule is pretty strict but once you get into the rhythm it becomes second nature. Also, I've found that certifying earlier in the day on Sunday (like before noon) tends to get processed faster than waiting until Sunday evening, though that might just be my experience. Good luck with your claim!

Just went through this same confusion when I started my claim a few months ago! The key thing to remember is that your certification schedule is locked in from your first certification - so if you certified on a Sunday, you'll always certify every other Sunday after that. The payment timing can vary slightly (I usually get mine on Tuesday or Wednesday), but the certification date never changes. One tip that really helped me: download the EDD mobile app if you haven't already. It sends you push notifications when it's time to certify, which is super convenient. Also, if you ever need to check your payment history or see exactly when your next certification is due, it's all right there in your UI Online account under "Claim History" and "Payment Activity." The first few cycles feel confusing but you'll have it figured out in no time!

I totally get the confusion! When I first started my EDD claim, I spent way too much time trying to figure out the timing. Here's what I learned after a few months: your certification schedule is set in stone from day one - every other Sunday, no exceptions. The payment usually hits 2-3 business days after you certify, so if you certify Sunday morning, expect it Tuesday or Wednesday. One thing that really helped me was setting up direct deposit instead of using the debit card - it seemed to arrive a bit more consistently. Also, don't stress if your payment is a day or two off from what you expect, especially around holidays or weekends. The system is actually pretty reliable once you get into the groove. Pro tip: I keep a simple note in my phone with my certification dates for the next few months so I never have to wonder "is this my week?" You'll have it down pat after your third or fourth cycle!