Just wanted to jump in as someone who's been through this exact nightmare multiple times! The EDD documentation system is absolutely broken - I've never understood why they don't just automatically include your name on payment history pages. It's such a basic requirement for any official document. I love seeing how this community rallied around @StormChaser with actual solutions! The screenshot method is pure genius for urgent deadlines, and having those detailed instructions for requesting official income verification is going to help so many people. I've shared this thread with friends who are also dealing with benefit renewals. It's incredible how we have to become amateur bureaucracy experts just to access our own information, but threads like this prove we're stronger when we help each other navigate these impossible systems. Bookmarking this for sure!

This thread is such a lifesaver! I'm currently going through the exact same situation for my CalWORKs recertification and was pulling my hair out trying to figure out why my name wasn't showing up anywhere on the EDD payment history. The screenshot method is brilliant - I never would have thought to combine the profile page with the payment history page. It's absolutely ridiculous that in 2025 we still have to jump through these hoops for basic documentation. @StormChaser thanks so much for sharing your experience and coming back with the update! Knowing that SNAP caseworkers are understanding about these EDD issues gives me hope for my own situation. I'm going to try calling my CalWORKs worker tomorrow with the same approach. This community is amazing - actual practical solutions that work in the real world!

This thread has been absolutely invaluable for understanding what to expect with EDD payment delays! I'm about 5 months into unemployment benefits and just experienced my second delay this week. The first time it happened I was completely panicked and had no idea it was normal. Reading through everyone's experiences and tips here really shows how much institutional knowledge we've had to build as a community just to navigate a basic government service. I'm especially grateful for the practical advice about setting up bank alerts, the screenshot documentation strategy, and learning about the different ways to check payment status. It's honestly ridiculous that we have to become experts in workarounds and defensive documentation just to access benefits we're entitled to, but at least we have each other to share what actually works. I've already started implementing several of the strategies mentioned here - particularly the Sunday morning certification timing and keeping better records. Thanks to everyone for creating such a supportive and informative space for dealing with EDD's many frustrations!

Just want to echo what everyone else has said about how helpful this thread has been! I'm about 2 months into my EDD claim and had my first payment delay this week - found this discussion while frantically googling why my deposit hadn't arrived yet. The amount of practical knowledge shared here is incredible and honestly should be required reading for anyone starting unemployment benefits. I had no idea about the quarterly system maintenance pattern, the ACH processing delays, or that "paid" status doesn't actually mean the money is in your account yet. Already started screenshotting everything and setting up bank alerts based on the advice here. It's pretty wild that we have to crowdsource this kind of essential information, but I'm so grateful for this community. Definitely bookmarking this thread for future reference and will remember to check the EDD notices page during certification weeks. Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences - you've probably saved me (and many others) from a lot of unnecessary panic!

Congratulations Ellie! You definitely won your appeal! 🎉 I know exactly how confusing those split decisions can be - I got one last summer and it took me forever to figure out what it actually meant. The key thing is that Case #25749632 reversed the determination and made you eligible for benefits starting 5/16. That's the one that matters for getting paid! The first case (disqualification) was probably about a different issue on your claim, but since the second decision makes you eligible, you're good to go. Based on my experience, you should start seeing payments within 7-14 business days, and since you've been certifying since May, that backpay is going to be substantial! Just keep an eye on your UI Online account - once your payment status changes from "Pending" to "Paid," you'll know the money is on its way. The relief you're feeling right now is so valid - this process is incredibly stressful and you made it through! Your rent situation should be sorted out soon. Hang in there! 💪

Hey Ellie! This is actually really common - I went through the exact same thing about 6 months ago and was just as confused by the split decision! What happened is you had two separate determinations on your claim that both went to appeal. The first case (disqualification under section 1256) was probably about your separation reason - like if your employer claimed misconduct or that you quit voluntarily. The second case was likely about a different eligibility issue, and that's the one they reversed in your favor. The GREAT news is that the reversal on Case #25749632 is what matters for getting paid! Since it says you're eligible starting 5/16, you should get backpay for all those weeks you've been certifying. In my experience, it took about 10 business days after getting the decision letter for payments to start showing up in my account. The system should process everything automatically, but definitely keep checking your UI Online daily. If nothing changes after 2 weeks, that's when I'd call EDD (good luck with that though lol). You won your appeal - congratulations! That backpay is going to be a huge relief when it hits. Just stay patient, the EDD moves at its own pace but you're definitely getting paid! 🎉

Just to follow up on what others have said: if your UI Online status shows 'paid,' you're good - the money is coming. The transfer to Money Network or direct deposit is a separate step that can sometimes be delayed. EDD batch processes payments, and their system sometimes has hiccups. A one-day delay is common and nothing to worry about. However, if by Wednesday you still don't have it, then you should definitely call. Make sure you're also checking your Money Network balance directly through their app or website, not just looking for bank notifications.

Glad you got your payment sorted out! This is actually a pretty common issue - I've been collecting UI benefits for over 6 months and have seen this delay happen maybe 3-4 times. Usually it's system maintenance or batch processing delays on EDD's end. For anyone else reading this thread who might face the same issue: as long as your UI Online shows "paid" status, the money WILL come through, just maybe 12-24 hours later than usual. The key is not to panic and give it at least 48 hours before calling EDD. Also worth noting that if you have direct deposit to a regular bank account instead of Money Network, the delays tend to be shorter in my experience.

This is exactly what I needed to see! I'm in the same boat - certified Sunday and was getting worried when nothing showed up today. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences with holiday delays. Now I know to expect this every time there's a federal holiday. Going to set up those calendar reminders like Victoria suggested so I can plan better for next time. Thanks for posting this question and for the update that your payment came through!

This thread is so reassuring! I'm in my second month of unemployment and certified Sunday as usual, but when my payment didn't show up yesterday I started spiraling thinking I did something wrong. I even checked my certification like 5 times to make sure I answered everything correctly. It never occurred to me that Presidents Day would affect EDD payments - I guess I thought government systems would be separate from regular banking holidays somehow? Really glad I found this discussion before I spent all day trying to call EDD. Definitely adding those federal holidays to my calendar now so I can budget better around these delays!