Interstate EDD claim between California and North Carolina - need advice!

I went through this exact situation last year! Interstate claims aren't as complicated as they sound, but there are definitely things to know. When you file in California (your resident state), the EDD will coordinate with North Carolina (your work state) to verify wages and determine which state pays your benefits. The most important thing: be SUPER specific about which quarters you worked in NC. They'll need to verify your wages with your employer there, and any discrepancy can delay things. Also, the base period calculation might be different between states, so your benefit amount could differ from what you'd expect. One tip - call early in the morning! I was stuck in processing for weeks until I finally got through to an EDD specialist who knew how to handle interstate claims. There's also a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get through to an actual EDD rep when I kept hitting the "maximum callers" message. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km that shows how it works. Worth checking out if you get stuck in the phone loop hell.

my brother had to do interestate b/w cali and oregon took him like 6 weeks to get first payment cuz the states kept blamming each other for delays lol. good luck!

Interstate claims can be tricky! The state where you worked (North Carolina) will be the one paying your benefits, but you'll file through California since that's where you live. It's called a "liable/agent" relationship - NC is the liable state (pays) and CA is the agent state (handles your claim). Here's what you need to prepare: 1. All employment details for the last 18 months (start/end dates, addresses, supervisor names) 2. Proof of your identity that meets BOTH states' requirements (some states are pickier) 3. Detailed earnings records by quarter 4. Any separation documentation (layoff notice, final paycheck stub) One thing that trips people up: different states have different eligibility requirements and benefit calculations. North Carolina's max weekly benefit amount is significantly lower than California's ($450 vs $850), so prepare for that possibility. Make sure you continue certifying every two weeks through UI Online even if your claim seems delayed - backdating can be a nightmare with interstate claims.

GOOD LUCK WITH THE EDD INTERSTATE HELL!!! I went through this mess last year and it was a NIGHTMARE. Nobody at regular EDD phone lines understands how interstate claims work, and you'll get different answers from everyone you talk to. I spent TWO MONTHS trying to get my claim processed between CA and Arizona. The ONLY thing that worked was getting to a Tier 2 specialist who actually knew the interstate agreements. Regular agents just put notes in your file that nobody reads! If you can't get through to a specialist, you're basically just waiting for someone to randomly process your claim correctly. Oh and get ready for identity verification TWICE - once for each state! When NC and CA couldn't agree on my wages, I had to file an appeal and wait another 6 weeks. The system is BROKEN.

I handle these cases frequently. Interstate claims follow specific procedures: 1. Your resident state (California) takes your claim initially 2. They gather your information and send it to your wage-earning state (North Carolina) 3. North Carolina determines eligibility under their laws and benefit amounts 4. If eligible, North Carolina pays benefits, but you continue to certify through California's system One important note: North Carolina has a different maximum benefit amount and duration from California. Currently, NC has a maximum of $450/week for 12-14 weeks, whereas California offers up to $850 for 26 weeks. A successful interstate claim typically takes 3-4 weeks to process if all information is correct. Common delays happen when: - Wage information doesn't match between states - Identity verification issues occur (you may need to verify with both states) - Separation reason requires further investigation Make sure to check both California's UI Online AND occasionally contact North Carolina's DES (Division of Employment Security) if your claim seems delayed.

After reading all these responses, I wanted to add something important I forgot to mention. When I did my interstate claim, I had to complete a separate wage investigation form because some of my North Carolina wages weren't showing up in their system. Ask specifically about Form DE 1326E if you notice any missing wages when they process your claim. Also, don't be surprised if you get mail from both states. I was getting letters from California EDD and the other state's unemployment office at the same time, which was confusing. Keep EVERYTHING they send you, even if it seems redundant.

just wannna say that calling edd is practically impossible these days!! i tried for 2 weeks strait with my regular claim (not even interstate) and could never get a human. ended up using that claimyr service someone mentioned and got thru in like 20 min. expensive but worth it if ur desperate. interstate sounds way more complicated so probably worth paying to get a human on the phone right away

Update on interstate claims as of 2025: California EDD has implemented a new "Interstate Connection" portal specifically for coordinating with other states. This may streamline your process somewhat compared to earlier experiences mentioned. To use it: 1. Log into UI Online 2. Look for "Interstate Claim Information" under the menu 3. Here you can track which state is currently reviewing your information Also, North Carolina specifically requires a phone interview for ALL interstate claims, so be prepared for that call - they should contact you within 10 business days of your claim being transferred to them. If you miss this call, it can significantly delay your claim processing.

I think everyones making this sound more complicated than it is honestly. i did an interstate claim between cali and texas and it was pretty much the same as a regular claim. took maybe an extra week. just make sure you have all your paperwork ready and your claim should process fine! dont stress too much :