Last payment stuck in pending after reporting work - how long for EDD to issue final check?

congrats on the new job! ya this is normal, they always put ur claim on hold when u report earnings for the 1st time. they gotta verify with ur employer b4 they pay u. took me almost 3 weeks to get my last check

it literally happened to EVERYONE i know who got a job while on unemployment!!! EDD ALWAYS puts a hold on your claim when you report work because they're paranoid about overpayments. they'll eventually pay you but they want to make sure you're not lying about hours or still trying to double-dip with UI + work. THE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU SUFFER ONE LAST TIME!!!!!

This happens quite frequently when you report work for the first time. EDD needs to verify your employment and earnings with your new employer, which can cause a delay in processing your final payment. The system is designed to prevent overpayments and fraud. In my experience, these verifications typically take 10-14 days, though I've seen some cases resolved faster. You might want to call EDD to check if there's anything specific holding up your claim or if they need additional information from you.

My sister had this happen two months ago and she just waited it out. Her payment went from pending to paid after about 9 days without her doing anything. I think sometimes it's just the EDD computer system being slow, especially with all the layoffs and new claims they're processing in 2025.

I went through this exact situation last month. The key is getting through to an EDD representative who can manually review your claim. After struggling with the regular phone line for days, I tried Claimyr (claimyr.com) and got through to an agent within 20 minutes. They verified my earnings report on the spot and released my payment that same day instead of waiting weeks. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km Definitely worth considering if you need that money quickly for bills.

There are a few things to understand about your situation: 1. When you report earnings for the first time, EDD often performs a review to verify the information. This is a standard procedure. 2. The first week where you had no work should qualify for your regular benefit amount. 3. For the second week, depending on your earnings, you may qualify for a partial payment if your earnings were less than your weekly benefit amount. To clarify a misconception I'm seeing in other comments - EDD doesn't always need to verify with your employer before paying you. Often, they'll release payment for the first week (with no work) even while they're reviewing the week with earnings. I recommend calling the EDD customer service line to inquire specifically about your claim. They may be able to separate the weeks and process the payment for the first week while they verify the second week's information.

Wait, I'm confused. Are you talking about certification or verification? Because when I started working I had to do a work verification but my certification was different. Or maybe I'm misunderstanding what you mean by reporting work? Did you just put the hours on your regular bi-weekly certification or did they ask you to fill out some kind of special return to work form? Because that might change how long it takes.

One important thing to note: make sure your reported earnings are accurate. If there's a significant discrepancy between what you report and what your employer reports in their quarterly tax filings, it could lead to an overpayment determination later. Also, remember that you report gross earnings (before taxes) for the week you worked, not when you get paid. This is a common mistake that can cause problems down the line. If your pending status continues beyond two weeks, I'd definitely recommend contacting EDD directly. Sometimes a simple phone call can resolve these issues quickly.

my friend had this happen and she was NEVER PAID for her last 2 weeks!!! she called and called and eventually gave up because she started her new job and didnt have time to waste on hold anymore. EDD just STOLE her money and there was nothing she could do!!! hope you have better luck but dont hold your breath!!!