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Now that one of your payments has switched to "paid" status, that's a very good sign! The card is likely already in the mail. Since this is your first benefit payment, most people receive their card within 5-7 days after the payment status changes to "paid." Just make sure to activate the card immediately when it arrives by calling the number on the sticker. Then create your Money Network account online to manage your funds and set up direct deposit if desired. For future reference, all subsequent payments will be automatically loaded onto this same card or transferred to your bank account if you set up direct deposit.
I'm in a similar boat - just finished ID verification 6 days ago and anxiously waiting for my card! Reading through these responses is really reassuring. I had no idea about the Money Network phone number (855-291-0202) so I'm definitely going to try calling them tomorrow to at least confirm if my card has been mailed. The waiting is the worst part, especially when you're counting on that money for basic expenses. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences and timelines - it helps to know this delay is totally normal even though EDD's "7-10 business days" seems optimistic!
Welcome to the waiting club! 😅 I'm actually in the exact same situation as Diego - just got through ID verification and now playing the card waiting game. It's so stressful when you need that money for rent and bills. Really appreciate everyone sharing their timelines here - definitely makes me feel better knowing 10-14 days is more realistic than the 7-10 they advertise. Going to try calling Money Network tomorrow too! Fingers crossed both our cards show up soon.
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Mine is showing as processed now too! What a relief. Though I really wish they'd communicate better about these issues. It's so stressful not knowing if or when money you depend on will arrive.
Mine is STILL not processed!!! This is exactly what happened last time before they randomly disqualified me and I had to appeal!! I'm calling again tomorrow morning!!
@Mohamed Anderson don t'panic just yet! The status page mentioned they re'processing payments in batches throughout today and tomorrow. Since some people are already seeing theirs processed, it sounds like they re'working through the backlog. Maybe try checking again in a few hours before calling? But definitely call tomorrow morning if it s'still not showing as processed by then.
Just wanted to chime in as someone who's been dealing with EDD/SDI for over a year now. This exact same thing happened to me back in January - payment didn't show up on the usual day, nothing in the online portal, and I was freaking out because I had rent due. Turns out it was a system glitch that affected a bunch of people. My payment ended up processing about 48 hours late. The key thing I learned is to NOT resubmit anything during these delays - it can actually trigger a manual review of your account which takes way longer to resolve. Just keep monitoring your SDI Online portal. If it shows as processed there, the money will hit your account within 1-2 business days. If it's still not showing as processed by Monday, then definitely call. Also, for anyone struggling to get through on the phones - try calling exactly at 8:00 AM when they open. I've had much better luck getting through in the first 30 minutes of the day. Hang in there everyone, these technical hiccups are frustrating but they usually resolve pretty quickly!
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To all those having trouble reaching a human at California Unemployment. I just ran across this video that gave me a shortcut to reach a human. Hope it helps! https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI
I'm going through something very similar! Applied for about 6 weeks ago and only received the notice of computation. My claim also shows as "active" but no yet. After reading everyone's comments here, it sounds like the new requirements are causing major delays. I'm going to try calling using one of the services mentioned here since I haven't been able to get through on my own. Has anyone had luck getting their released after completing the identity process? Really hoping this gets resolved soon as I'm also on a time-sensitive leave situation.
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UPDATE: Thanks everyone for the help! My certification from Sunday just processed and the payment DID go straight to my Money Network card automatically. Now I'm working on transferring the remaining balance from my BofA card to my checking account. The whole transition was definitely confusing but at least it's working now!
Glad it worked out! If you haven't already, make sure to download the Money Network mobile app - it makes managing the card much easier than the website.
Great to hear it all worked out for you! This thread is going to be so helpful for other people going through the same transition. I'm still waiting for my Money Network card to arrive - EDD said it could take up to 10 business days. Did you have to do anything special to activate it or was it pretty straightforward? Also, how long did the bank transfer take from your BofA card to your checking account? I want to have everything ready to go when my card finally shows up!
Hey! I'm in the same boat waiting for my Money Network card - been about 7 business days so far. From what I've read in this thread, activation seems pretty straightforward once you get the card. @Lucas Adams mentioned it was simple when he did it. Really helpful thread for those of us still in the transition process! Did anyone else have to wait longer than the 10 business days EDD quoted?
Kyle Wallace
Thanks for the heads up! This whole process has been so much more complicated than I expected. I'm trying to prepare myself mentally for a long wait. Really appreciate everyone's advice here - feeling much more informed about what to expect.
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Giovanni Colombo
Just wanted to share my recent experience with EDD appeals to help anyone else in this situation. I submitted my appeal via certified mail and it worked perfectly - the postmark date was absolutely what counted. The key things that helped me were: 1) Getting it postmarked on the deadline day, 2) Using certified mail with return receipt, and 3) keeping detailed copies of everything I sent. My appeal took about 6 weeks to get scheduled for a hearing, but the whole process went smoothly once I had that postmark proof. Don't stress too much about the mailing vs hand delivery - the postal service date is legally sufficient according to California law. Good luck to everyone dealing with these appeals!
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Dylan Fisher
•This is super helpful! I'm in a similar situation right now with an appeal deadline coming up next week. Can I ask what type of evidence you included with your appeal that helped your case? I'm trying to figure out what documentation will be most convincing for the judge. Also, did you have to deal with your former employer showing up to contest your appeal during the hearing?
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