Got 'Notice of Conditional Payment Pending Eligibility Review' from EDD - Confused about next steps

I got the exact same notice about 2 months ago! Don't worry too much - it usually means they just need to verify something specific about your claim. In my case, they wanted to confirm details about my employment separation. I kept certifying like normal, and after my eligibility phone interview (which took about 3 weeks to get scheduled), they approved all my pending weeks at once. Just make sure you answer your phone even if it's an unknown number because they might only call once! If you miss the interview, the whole process starts over and takes even longer.

ya this happens alot... they just do random checks i think. keep certifying & documenting ur job search!!!!

This notice is actually very common and is part of EDD's standard review process. There are several reasons why you might receive a conditional payment notice: 1. They need to verify your job separation reason (especially important for restaurant industry layoffs) 2. They're checking your work search requirements compliance 3. There might be a wage discrepancy they need to resolve 4. They could be verifying your identity or eligibility status Here's what you should do: - Continue certifying on your regular schedule - Keep detailed records of all work search activities - Check your UI Online inbox daily for interview scheduling notices - Make sure your phone number is updated in your contact information The eligibility interview is typically scheduled 2-4 weeks after this notice, though current backlogs can extend this timeline. If you haven't received an interview date within two weeks, I'd recommend trying to contact EDD for a status update.

I had something similar happen when I filed last year but it was a different notice. EDD is always looking for reasons to deny benefits if you ask me. The whole system is designed to be confusing and frustrating. Good luck getting through to anyone there - I spent WEEKS trying to talk to someone until I finally just gave up and waited it out. Eventually they paid me but I was almost evicted by then.

If you need to actually speak with someone at EDD about this notice, I'd recommend trying Claimyr.com - it saved me so much time and frustration when I was in a similar situation with a pending eligibility review. Their system basically connects you with an EDD rep without all the busy signals and hang-ups. They have a video that shows how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km I was able to find out exactly why my claim was under review and got an interview scheduled much faster than just waiting for EDD to contact me. Definitely worth checking out if you're worried about the rent deadline coming up.

This reminds me of when I was on disability not unemployment and they kept sending me confusing notices too. The whole system needs an overhaul if you ask me. My brother-in-law works for the state (not EDD) and he says even the employees can't keep up with all the rule changes. Anyway hope you get it sorted out!

I work as an employment counselor and see this frequently with my clients. The "Notice of Conditional Payment Pending Eligibility Review" is actually a positive sign - it means EDD is processing your claim while simultaneously scheduling a verification interview. Some important points: - Approximately 25-30% of all claims receive this notice - it's routine - You WILL receive payments for properly certified weeks IF you pass the eligibility interview - These payments are typically released within 48 hours after a successful interview - If you're concerned about timing, you can request an expedited interview by calling EDD and explaining your financial hardship (rent due, etc.) My advice is to prepare for your interview by gathering documentation about your job separation (final pay stub, termination letter if you have one, etc.) and having your work search record easily accessible. This greatly speeds up the process when they do contact you.

dont stress out to much! i got this notice 2x during my claim last year. both times i still got paid while waiting for interview. just keep certifying and answering honestly. but def have good records of job search activities cuz thats what they asked me about in my interview.