Lost EDD appeal paperwork - need correct mailing address ASAP

This happened to me 2 months ago! The address depends on which office issued your disqualification. Check the top left corner of your disqualification notice - it should have the specific office name. Most appeals go to the EDD Appeals Division at PO Box 120831, San Diego, CA 92112-0831 if you're in SD area. But double-check by calling them because sending to wrong address = missed deadline = appeal denied.

just go on the EDD website they list all the appeal addresses there under Forms and Publications section then look for DE 1000M. btw better hurry appeals only give u 30 days

The correct mailing address should be on your Notice of Determination that you're appealing. If you lost that too, you need to call EDD immediately to confirm the correct Appeals Office address. Each regional office has a different mailing address, and sending it to the wrong one could delay your appeal being processed. I strongly recommend sending it via certified mail with return receipt so you have proof it was sent before the deadline. The appeals board is very strict about the 30-day timeline and rarely grants extensions. You can also check if your UI Online account shows which office is handling your claim under the "Contact Information" section. Some notices will tell you to mail to the office that made the determination, while others go directly to the CUIAB Appeals Board.

If you're struggling to get through to EDD on the phone (which is super common), I'd recommend checking out Claimyr. It helped me get through to an EDD rep when I was in a similar situation with an appeal deadline looming. They basically hold your place in line and call you when they connect with an agent. Saved me hours of redial frustration. Their website is claimyr.com and they have a demo video at https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km that explains how it works. When I finally got through, the EDD rep confirmed my appeal address and even gave me the name of the specific person to address it to.

EDD is such a DISASTER!! I went through this EXACT same problem in February. Lost the envelope, couldn't get through on the phone, website was USELESS, and missed my appeal deadline by 2 days. You know what happened? They REJECTED my appeal for being late even though I explained the situation!!! I had to file a LATE appeal which took ANOTHER 45 days to process!!! DON'T make my mistake - send it CERTIFIED MAIL to the address on your determination letter and TAKE PICTURES of everything before you mail it!!!! The address should be for the CUIAB office that covers your region. Also make COPIES of everything you send!!!

i think most appeals go to sacramento office not san diego. my cousin had to appeal last year and she sent it to sacramento even tho she lives in LA

UPDATE: Thanks everyone for your help! I was able to get through to EDD (finally) and confirmed the address is the San Diego CUIAB office. I'm mailing my appeal packet tomorrow via certified mail with return receipt. The rep also said I could drop it off in person at their office if I'm worried about mail delays, which I might do since my deadline is so close. I took pictures of everything and made copies as suggested. Fingers crossed this goes smoothly!

So glad you were able to get through to EDD and confirm the correct address! That's such a relief when you're cutting it close to the deadline. Definitely go with the in-person drop-off option if you can - it's the most secure way to ensure your appeal is received on time. I had a similar situation with a different government office and the peace of mind from getting that date-stamped receipt was worth the extra trip. Make sure to bring multiple copies so you can keep one for your records. Best of luck with your appeal process!

Hey! I'm so glad you got through to EDD and confirmed the address - that must have been such a relief! The in-person drop-off is definitely the way to go when you're this close to the deadline. I had to do something similar last year and that date-stamped receipt saved me so much worry. One quick tip: when you go in person, ask them to stamp BOTH your copy AND the original before they take it, just in case there's any question later about when it was submitted. Also, if the office has a long line, make sure you get there early enough in the day so you don't risk them closing before you can submit. You've got this! Keep us posted on how it goes!

I'm so relieved you were able to get through to EDD and confirm the correct address! That phone system is absolutely brutal - I've been there trying to reach them for hours on end. The in-person drop-off is definitely your best bet with only a few days left. I did the same thing when I was appealing a determination last year and having that stamped receipt in hand gave me such peace of mind. Make sure to bring a pen in case you need to fill out any additional forms there, and definitely arrive early since government offices can get busy. You've done all the right things by taking photos and making copies - that attention to detail will serve you well throughout the appeals process. Wishing you the best of luck!

This whole thread is such a perfect example of how stressful the EDD system can be! I'm dealing with my first unemployment claim right now and reading about all these potential pitfalls with appeals is honestly making me anxious about my own situation. It's crazy that something as simple as losing an envelope can put your entire appeal at risk. I'm definitely bookmarking this thread in case I ever need to appeal anything - the advice about certified mail, taking photos, making copies, and going in person for tight deadlines is gold. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences, especially the warnings about strict deadlines. It really shows how important it is to be super organized with all this paperwork!

This is such a helpful thread! I'm currently dealing with my first EDD claim and honestly had no idea about so many of these potential issues with appeals. The fact that you can lose your appeal just by mailing it to the wrong address is terrifying. I'm definitely saving all this advice about certified mail, taking photos of everything, and keeping multiple copies. It's amazing how this community comes through with real practical help when the official EDD resources are so confusing. Really glad you were able to get through on the phone and confirm the correct address - that must have been such a relief! The in-person drop-off sounds like the smartest move given your tight deadline. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences here, this is exactly the kind of real-world guidance that you can't find anywhere else!

Reading through this entire thread as someone who's been through multiple EDD appeals, I just want to emphasize how crucial it is to document EVERYTHING. Beyond just taking photos and making copies, I'd recommend creating a simple timeline document with dates of when you received notices, when you called, what representatives told you, etc. The appeals process can drag on for months and having that paper trail has saved me more than once when there were discrepancies about what was said or when things were submitted. Also, if you do end up needing to file a late appeal down the road, having detailed documentation of your attempts to reach EDD and submit on time can really help your case. The system is frustrating but being overly thorough with documentation is your best protection. So glad you got the confirmation and have a solid plan for submitting in person!

Wow, what a journey this thread has been to read through! As someone who just joined this community and is dealing with my first unemployment claim, I'm honestly both grateful for all this invaluable advice and a bit overwhelmed by how complex the EDD system seems to be. The fact that something as simple as losing an envelope can potentially derail an entire appeal is really eye-opening. I'm definitely taking notes on all the practical tips shared here - the certified mail, photo documentation, making multiple copies, and especially the advice about in-person drop-offs when deadlines are tight. It's clear that this community has a wealth of real-world experience that you just can't find in the official EDD materials. @Yara, I'm so glad you were able to get through to EDD and confirm the correct address! Your situation really highlights how important it is to stay organized and act quickly when dealing with appeals. The in-person submission with that date-stamped receipt sounds like the perfect solution for your tight deadline. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and advice in this thread - this is exactly the kind of practical guidance that newcomers like me need to navigate this system successfully!