Filing new UI claim on expiration date - can I do it today or wait until tomorrow?

Just wait till tommorow. Better safe than sorry imo

You can actually file your new claim on the last day of your benefit year - that's when the system makes the option available. I've done this twice now, and both times the transition was smooth. The key thing to remember is that even if you file today, your new benefit year will officially start tomorrow, not today. So go ahead and file now if the option is available - it won't cause any problems and might actually help avoid payment gaps since processing can take 2-3 weeks.

The correct answer is that you can file on the actual expiration date. EDD's system is designed to allow this. When you file on the last day of your benefit year, the new claim will be processed with an effective start date of the following day. This allows for continuous coverage without gaps. However, remember that filing a new claim means going through the entire eligibility determination process again. This includes verifying your identity, employment history, and earnings during your base period. So while you can start the process today, expect at least 2-3 weeks for processing before payments resume on your new claim. Make sure you have your employment information ready for all employers you worked for during your base period (typically the first four of the last five completed calendar quarters before filing).

I've been through this rodeo before and I tried calling EDD when my claim was processing but it was IMPOSSIBLE to get through. Spent 3 days calling non-stop and either got the "we're too busy" message or was on hold for hours only to get disconnected. Finally I found this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me through to an EDD rep in about 20 minutes. You can see how it works in this video: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km The rep was able to tell me exactly what was happening with my claim and when I could expect payment. Saved me so much stress during that transition period.

I filed on expiration day last time & got DENIED because their stupid system flagged it as "duplicate claim" even tho my benefit year was ending!!! Had to call for WEEKS to get someone to fix it. The whole system is broken beyond belief!!

I was in this exact situation back in January. Filed my new claim on the last day of my benefit year and everything went fine. Just make sure you've satisfied the work search requirements during your current claim and accurately report any employment/income during your base period for the new claim. The system may ask if you've worked since your last claim - be honest about any work, even temporary or part-time. Also, don't forget that your weekly benefit amount might change for the new claim year depending on your earnings in the new base period. Mine actually went up about $42/week because I had some decent-paying temp work before getting laid off again.

My sister workes for EDD she says file it now dont wait

Update: I went ahead and filed my new claim today! The system accepted it with no problems. It says my new benefit year starts tomorrow (March 16th) just like you all said. Now fingers crossed the processing doesn't take too long. Thanks everyone for your help!