EDD showing $0 pending amount after certification - did I make a mistake?

chill out it doesnt mean anything yet. the system just does that sometimes when theyre processing ur claim. give it a few days

This is actually quite common and doesn't necessarily mean you made a mistake. The $0 pending amount usually indicates one of three things: 1. Your certification is still being processed (most common) 2. EDD needs to verify some information on your claim 3. There might be an eligibility issue that needs to be resolved I would recommend waiting 3-5 business days before panicking. The system often updates the amount once processing is complete. If it still shows $0 after that time, you'll need to contact EDD for clarification. Do NOT submit another certification thinking the first one was wrong - this will only complicate things.

THIS HAPPENS ALL THE TIME!!!! EDD's system is TRASH!!! When I first filed last year it showed $0 for TWO WEEKS and I couldn't pay my car note. I called them 47 times before getting through and they said it was a "system verification delay" whatever that means. The money showed up 3 days later. The whole system is designed to make you give up I swear!!!

I work with EDD claims regularly. The $0 pending amount is usually temporary and is the system's default status while the certification is being processed. Here's what you need to know: - First certifications often take longer to process (5-7 business days sometimes) - If you certified on a weekend, add 1-2 extra days for processing - If you answered "yes" to any questions about being unable/unavailable to work, that could trigger a review - If you've recently had an address change or identity verification issue, that can also cause delays If it hasn't changed by this time next week, THEN you should contact EDD to inquire. Your claim isn't rejected just because it shows $0 - that's just the default placeholder amount.

I had this same issue a month ago when I first applied for benefits. The $0 pending amount freaked me out too! What fixed it for me was finally getting through to an EDD representative who could tell me what was happening. They said my claim needed additional review because of my previous employer's response. I tried calling for days with no luck - always got the "we're receiving more calls than we can answer" message. Finally used a service called Claimyr that got me through to a rep in about 20 minutes. Worth every penny because they solved my $0 pending issue on the spot and my payment was processed the next day. You can check them out at claimyr.com - they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km Hope this helps - waiting for payments is so stressful!

happened 2 me 2 weeks ago. it updated 2 the right amount after 4 days. just wait a bit b4 u freak out

I remember when I first signed up for disability I got so confused between SDI and UI and all these different certifications and I almost applied for the wrong thing entirely! Then I got the pending $0 issue too and nearly had a heart attack thinking I'd done everything wrong. The whole system is so stressful when you're already worried about money. Hope yours gets sorted soon!

One additional point: Make sure you check your EDD inbox for any messages requesting additional information. Sometimes the $0 pending amount appears because they need more details to process your certification. The message might be requesting income verification, identity documents, or answers to eligibility questions. Many people miss these notices and their claims stay pending longer than necessary.

Don't worry too much yet! My first payment showed $0 pending for about 5 days then suddenly updated with the correct amount. I think it's just how their system works while processing new claims.

Just checking in - has there been any update to your claim status? It's been a few days since your original post.

So glad to hear it updated! I'm going through the exact same thing right now - certified three days ago and seeing $0 pending amounts for both weeks. Your post and all these responses have been super helpful in calming my nerves. I was about to call EDD in a panic but now I'll give it a few more days. It's crazy how stressful this whole process is when you're already dealing with job loss. Thanks for sharing your experience and keeping us updated!

I just wanted to add that if anyone else is reading this thread and dealing with the same issue, it's worth noting that the $0 pending amount seems to be especially common for first-time filers. I've been through this process twice now (unfortunately) and the first time took about 6 days for the amount to show up, while subsequent certifications usually update within 2-3 days. The system seems to have extra verification steps for new claims. Also, make sure you're not refreshing the page constantly - I swear it made me more anxious! Check once a day at most. Omar, glad yours worked out and thanks for updating us with the resolution!

Just wanted to share another perspective on this issue - I'm a former EDD employee and can confirm that the $0 pending amount is absolutely normal during processing. The system is designed to show $0 as a placeholder until all automated checks are complete. These checks include verifying your identity, cross-referencing with employer records, and ensuring you meet continuing eligibility requirements. For new claims especially, there are additional fraud prevention measures that can add 2-4 business days to processing time. The good news is that once your amount updates (like Omar's did), payments typically process much faster going forward. Don't lose sleep over it - the system works, it's just painfully slow sometimes!

Reading through all these responses as someone who went through the exact same panic a few months ago! The $0 pending amount is like EDD's way of keeping us all on edge while they do their processing. I remember refreshing my account every few minutes and driving myself crazy. What helped me was setting a specific time each day to check (like 10am) instead of constantly refreshing. Also, screenshot your certification confirmation page if you haven't already - it shows you completed it correctly and gives peace of mind. The waiting game is brutal but everyone here is right, it almost always updates within a week. Hang in there!

I'm going through this exact same thing right now! Certified yesterday and woke up to $0 pending amounts on both weeks. Reading through all these responses has been such a lifesaver - I was literally about to call in sick to work so I could spend the day trying to reach EDD. It's honestly ridiculous that their system doesn't just display a simple message like "Processing - amount will update within 5-7 business days" instead of the anxiety-inducing $0. But knowing this is completely normal and happens to pretty much everyone makes me feel so much better. Going to follow the advice here and wait it out for a few more days before panicking. Thanks Omar for posting this and everyone for sharing their experiences!

This thread has been such a goldmine of information! I'm dealing with the exact same situation right now - certified 3 days ago and both weeks showing $0 pending. I was literally losing sleep over this thinking I had somehow messed up my certification. Reading everyone's experiences here, especially hearing from the former EDD employee about it being a normal system placeholder, has been incredibly reassuring. It's wild how something so simple as a "processing" message could save so many people from this stress! I'm going to take the advice here and wait it out rather than spending my entire day trying to get through to their phone system. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - this community support makes such a difference when you're already dealing with the stress of unemployment!

Just wanted to jump in here as someone who's been through this exact situation! I certified for my benefits last week and had the same $0 pending amounts showing up for both weeks. I was absolutely panicking because I need that money for groceries and utilities. After reading through similar posts in this community and waiting it out like everyone suggested, my amounts finally updated after 4 days! Now they show the correct weekly benefit amount and changed to "Paid" status yesterday. The money should hit my EDD debit card tomorrow according to the usual timeline. I know how stressful this waiting period is, especially when you're already dealing with job loss, but it really does seem to be a normal part of their processing system. Hang in there and try not to refresh your account every hour like I was doing - it just makes the anxiety worse!

I'm currently going through this exact same situation! Just certified two days ago and seeing those scary $0 pending amounts for both weeks. This entire thread has been like finding a treasure chest of reassurance - I was about to have a complete meltdown thinking I had somehow ruined my certification. The explanation from the former EDD employee about it being a normal system placeholder really put my mind at ease. It's honestly shocking that EDD doesn't just add a simple "Processing - please allow 5-7 business days" message instead of the panic-inducing $0 display. Based on all the timelines shared here, it sounds like I should see an update by early next week. Thanks to Omar for starting this conversation and to everyone who shared their experiences - knowing you're not alone in this stress makes such a huge difference when you're already dealing with unemployment anxiety!

Going through this exact same thing right now and this thread is saving my sanity! Certified 4 days ago and both weeks still showing $0 pending. I've been checking my account obsessively every few hours like some kind of refresh addict. Reading everyone's experiences here - especially the former EDD employee explaining it's just a system placeholder - has helped me realize I need to chill out and let the process work. It's honestly mind-blowing that in 2025 EDD still can't figure out how to display a simple "processing" message instead of making everyone think they broke something. Based on the timelines everyone shared, I'm hoping mine updates by tomorrow or Friday. Thanks Omar for posting this and giving all of us anxious people a place to find some reassurance!

I'm dealing with this exact same situation right now! Just certified yesterday morning and logged in today to see both weeks showing $0 pending amounts. I literally felt my heart drop thinking I had somehow messed up the certification questions. Reading through all these responses has been such a relief - it's amazing how many people go through this exact panic! The former EDD employee's explanation about it being a normal system placeholder is especially reassuring. It's honestly frustrating that EDD's system is designed in a way that causes so much unnecessary anxiety, but at least now I know to expect a 4-7 day wait for the amounts to update. Going to try the once-daily check approach instead of refreshing every hour like I was doing. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences and timelines - this community support is invaluable when you're already stressed about unemployment!

I'm literally going through this exact same thing right now - certified 3 days ago and seeing those dreaded $0 pending amounts on both weeks! I've been checking my account like every 30 minutes and driving myself absolutely crazy thinking I somehow messed up the certification. This whole thread has been a lifesaver for my mental health - it's incredible to see how many people experience this exact panic. The former EDD employee's explanation about it being a normal system placeholder really helped me understand what's happening behind the scenes. It's wild that EDD can't just add a simple "Your certification is being processed" message instead of the anxiety-inducing $0. Based on everyone's timelines here, I'm hoping mine updates by this weekend. Thanks Omar for starting this discussion and everyone for sharing their experiences - knowing I'm not alone in this stress makes such a huge difference!