EDD phone numbers that actually work? 6 weeks without reaching anyone

Unfortunately, there's no magic direct number that bypasses the queue. Those 'secret' EDD numbers people share online usually just route you back to the same overwhelmed system. Your best bet is to: 1) Call exactly at 8:01 AM when they open, 2) Try on Wednesday/Thursday when call volume is sometimes lower, 3) When prompted by the automated system, choose the option for 'filing a new claim' even if you're checking status - those reps can usually help with everything and that queue is often shorter.

ive been tryin for 4 weeks myself. same thing, always get hung up on or the 'too many callers' message. its a joke tbh

I was in the same situation last month - couldn't get through for weeks and my claim was stuck pending. I finally used Claimyr and got connected to an EDD rep in about 25 minutes. It costs a fee but honestly saved me weeks of frustration. They basically call EDD for you and when they get through, they connect you directly to an agent. You can see how it works here: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km and their website is claimyr.com if you want to check it out. For me it was worth it because I needed to get my pending payment released ASAP for rent.

Former UI specialist here. The sad reality is that EDD still hasn't fully recovered from the pandemic-era staff shortages. Your pending status could be due to several issues: identity verification problems, quarterly income review, or eligibility interview scheduling. If you're in URGENT need (eviction risk), contact your local Assembly Member's office. They have dedicated EDD liaisons who can escalate cases. Found that constituents who went this route often got responses within 72 hours versus weeks through regular channels.

I HATE THE EDD SO MUCH!!!! Been trying to reach them since January about my wrongful disqualification and STILL NOTHING!!! Their whole system is designed to make people give up. I've called over 200 times (not exaggerating). Once waited on hold for 3 hours and 42 minutes before they hung up on me. THIS IS CRIMINAL!!!!!

I had a similar issue back in February and what ended up working for me was pressing 1, then 2, then 4 when the automated system answered. Got me to the employer line but those reps were actually able to help with my claim problem too. Worth a try!

have u tried the ask edd feature on the website? sometimes u can get help that way without calling

When my daughter was trying to reach EDD last year, we discovered they actually have different numbers for different claim types. Are you on regular UI, disability, or something else? That might help people give more specific advice.

btw i heard theres a glitch with the edd system right now where tons of claims from february are stuck in pending. saw it on reddit yesterday. might explain whats happening

I was able to reach EDD yesterday after using the Claimyr service I mentioned above. The rep told me they're currently backlogged on processing claims from mass layoffs because they require additional verification from employers. So if you were part of a large layoff like you mentioned, that might be why you're stuck in pending. Definitely worth getting through to ask specifically about that.