How long after EDD receives application to get approval decision?

depends on ur situation. mine took 3 weeks b4 i heard anything back in december. coworker got his in like 10 days. just keep checking ur ui online account

The standard processing time is typically 10-14 days, but it can definitely vary. Make sure you complete your bi-weekly certifications even while waiting for the initial determination. You should receive both an email and a letter in the mail when your claim is processed. The most important thing to watch for in your UI Online account is any request for an eligibility interview or identity verification - these will show up under 'Notifications' and can significantly delay your claim if not addressed promptly.

I filed in January and it was a NIGHTMARE!!! My application sat there for 4 weeks with no updates. Then I got a random message saying they needed to verify my identity again even though I already did the ID.me verification. Then another 2 weeks of waiting! No explanation, nothing. The system is BROKEN!! Don't be surprised if you're waiting over a month to see a single dollar.

I've helped several people navigate the EDD system recently, and here's what you need to know: 1. Initial applications typically process in 10-21 days, but can take longer if there are any issues with your work history or ID verification. 2. You should receive an email when your claim is processed, followed by a letter in the mail with your award amount. 3. If your application needs further review, you'll see a notification in UI Online requesting additional information or scheduling an eligibility interview. 4. Make sure you certify for benefits every two weeks even while waiting for approval - this is absolutely critical. 5. If it's been more than 3 weeks with no update, you should try to contact EDD directly.

When I was stuck in application limbo for nearly a month, I tried calling EDD dozens of times with no luck. Then I discovered this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me actually get through to a real EDD representative in about 20 minutes. They have this system that navigates the phone tree and holds your place in line. I was skeptical but watched their demo video (https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km) and decided to try it. The rep I talked to was able to see exactly what was holding up my claim and resolved it on the spot. Might be worth checking out if you end up stuck in the waiting game too long.

sometimes they approve you right away other times can take forever lol. my sister got approved in 5 days back in november but my dad waited like 6 weeks in january. same household different results go figure!!! edd makes no sense

One important thing to verify: Did you receive a confirmation email after submitting your application? If not, there's a chance your application wasn't actually received properly. Also, check your UI Online account to see if there's a claim established - even if it's pending, you should see some indication that they've received your application. If you don't see anything at all in your account, you might need to reapply.

u should check ur mail everyday cuz sometimes they send u letters asking for more proof of employment or identity stuff even if u already did the online verification

My claim took exactly 17 days from application to approval back in January. Be patient but definitely call if it goes past 3 weeks with no updates.