Phone interview completed but weeks now show 'disqualification' status - am I losing my EDD benefits?

This doesn't necessarily mean you're permanently disqualified. Sometimes the system updates with a temporary disqualification status while they process your interview results. When exactly did you have your interview and when did you certify? If it's been less than 48 hours, I'd wait a bit before panicking. However, if it's been more than that, you should definitely contact EDD to find out the specific reason for the disqualification so you can address it properly. Did you receive any notices in your UI Online inbox explaining the disqualification?

omg the SAME THING happened to my cousin last month!!! he had interview and then got disqualified but then it changed to paid after like 5 days. somtimes their computer system is just slow to update evrything. dont stress yet!!!

This happened to me but mine never changed from disqualification. Turns out they didn't think I was looking for work enough even though I applied to 3 jobs every week. EDD is so frustrating!!! They make everything complicated on purpose I swear.

Based on your timeline (Thursday interview, Sunday certification, disqualification status today), this is likely still processing. Here's what you need to understand: 1. The eligibility interview results aren't instantly processed in the system 2. A disqualification status often appears BEFORE the final determination is made 3. You should receive a Notice of Determination in your UI Online inbox within 5-7 days of your interview explaining any decision I'd recommend waiting until Wednesday to see if you get a notice or if the status changes. If by Thursday it's still showing disqualification and you haven't received any notices, then you should contact EDD for clarification. If you do receive a disqualification notice, remember you have the right to appeal within 30 days of the mailing date on the notice. Don't miss that deadline if you believe the decision is incorrect.

I don't want to be discouraging, but "disqualification" usually means exactly what it sounds like - you've been disqualified from receiving benefits for those weeks. The good news is that it might only apply to specific weeks rather than your entire claim. What were you discussing in your eligibility interview? Was it about availability for work, refusing a job offer, or reporting earnings? Those are common reasons for disqualifications that might only affect certain weeks.

That could definitely be the reason. Being out of town might have triggered a "not available for work" determination, even if you were applying online. EDD requires you to be ready to accept work immediately if offered during all weeks you claim. If the disqualification is limited to just that week you were away, you might still be eligible for other weeks.

Have you tried calling EDD to ask about the disqualification? That's what I did when I had a similar issue last month. Took me FOREVER to get through to anyone though - like 2 full days of calling over and over again and getting the "we're receiving too many calls" message. So frustrating when you just need a simple answer!

Honestly, once I got through it was totally worth it. The rep explained exactly why I was disqualified (in my case it was because I reported some self-employment income but didn't fill out the form correctly). She even helped me fix it right there on the phone. But getting through was such a nightmare that I almost gave up multiple times.

Hey, if you're having trouble getting through to EDD on the phone (which is super common unfortunately), you might want to try Claimyr. It's this service that basically calls EDD for you and connects you when they get through to a rep. I used it after trying for 3 days to get through on my own and it saved me so much time and frustration. Their site is claimyr.com and they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km. For me it was totally worth it because I needed to resolve my disqualification before my rent was due.

DONT WAIT TO APPEAL!! Even if you think it might change or fix itself! I made that mistake and almost missed my appeal deadline because I kept thinking it would resolve on its own. Start gathering documentation NOW - screenshots of your work search activities, any emails confirming job applications, etc. The system is DESIGNED to make people give up!!

btw my boyfriends brother works at EDD (not telling which office lol) and he says TONS of people get disqualified by mistake bc the system is super old and glitchy. so dont lose hope!!!

To summarize the advice here based on your situation: 1. Wait 3-4 days to see if the status changes or if you receive a Notice of Determination 2. Start collecting documentation about your work search activities and availability during the questioned period 3. If nothing changes by Thursday, try contacting EDD directly 4. If you receive a formal disqualification notice, file an appeal within 30 days 5. Be prepared to explain how you were available for work despite being out of town Many disqualifications are overturned on appeal if you can demonstrate you were making reasonable efforts to find work and were available to accept suitable employment.