EDD scheduling eligibility interview after first payment - am I getting disqualified?

chill bruh this happens ALL the time. edd just does random checks. i had 2 interviews last yr & still got all my $$$. as long as u didnt lie ur probably fine

This is a standard eligibility interview and doesn't automatically mean disqualification. EDD often schedules these to verify information about your work separation or availability for work. Since you've already received one payment, they're likely just doing due diligence. Some common reasons for interviews include: - Verifying why you left your last job - Confirming you're available and able to work - Checking if you refused any job offers - Validating information your former employer provided Be prepared with dates of employment, reason for separation, and any documentation. Answer truthfully and you should be fine if everything on your application was accurate.

DONT PANIC YET!! I went through EXACTLY this in January 2025!!! Got my first payment then BAM interview notice out of nowhere! I was SURE they were gonna cut me off but the interview was just to confirm my last day of work because my employer reported a different date than I put on my application (I put my last day in office but they counted my 2 weeks severance period). The interview was like 10 mins, super basic questions. Still got all my payments no problem after. Just make sure you pick up when they call! They only try TWICE and if you miss both calls you could have payment delays.

wait this happened to my brother and they ended up making him pay everything back! his boss told edd he quit but he was actually laid off. make sure u have emails or something proving why u left ur job!!!

I understand how stressful this can be! Those interview notices are terrifying, but they don't automatically mean disqualification. As someone who helps people navigate the EDD system, I can tell you these interviews are routine. The important thing is to be prepared and make sure you're available for the call. Missing the interview can cause payment holds and delays. If you're having trouble reaching EDD to ask questions before your interview, you might want to try Claimyr (claimyr.com). They have a service that helps you connect with an EDD representative without spending hours on hold. Their video demo shows how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km I used it when I had questions before my eligibility interview and was able to get clarification that helped me prepare better.

The entire EDD system is DESIGNED to intimidate people into giving up on their legitimate claims! These interviews are part of their scare tactics. I got the same notice last year and spent weeks stressing only to have a 5-minute call where they asked two questions. They ALREADY APPROVED you and paid you, but they still waste everyone's time with these pointless interviews. Classic government inefficiency. They'll probably delay your next payment too, even if the interview goes perfectly. DOCUMENT EVERYTHING and don't let them bully you!

My interview was about my availability for work because I mentioned I was taking an online class. They just wanted to make sure the class schedule wouldn't prevent me from accepting full-time work. Super simple. But I did prepare by writing down my schedule to show it was flexible. Good luck!

Just to follow up on your remote work comment - that could indeed be the issue they want to discuss. Being available for work means being available for suitable work in your field, and if you're restricting yourself to only remote positions, they may want to verify that there are sufficient remote opportunities in your occupation to make that a reasonable limitation. Have some job listings saved that show remote positions in your field exist. Also, be prepared to explain your childcare situation and whether you have any alternatives if an in-person position became available. The key is demonstrating you're not unreasonably restricting your job search.