Update for everyone following this thread: I just checked with EDD through my UI Online account, and holiday payment processing for Easter 2025 is following the normal schedule. If your certification is processed without issues: - Money Network card payments typically post Monday evening - Direct deposit payments typically post Tuesday morning to Wednesday (depending on your bank) If your payment shows "pending" for more than 72 hours after certification, that could indicate an eligibility issue that needs attention.

Glad to hear your payment status updated! For future reference, I've noticed that when you switch from Money Network to direct deposit, the first few payments can be unpredictable timing-wise while your bank gets used to the EDD deposits. After that initial adjustment period, it usually settles into a consistent pattern. I switched about 6 months ago and now my deposits hit like clockwork every Tuesday around 6 AM. The peace of mind is worth the slightly longer wait compared to Money Network!

I'm brand new to unemployment benefits (just filed my claim last week) and this entire thread has been incredibly educational! I certified for the first time yesterday evening and immediately panicked when I saw "pending" instead of "paid." I had no idea that overnight batch processing was just how EDD's system works - I thought pending meant there was an issue with my certification or that I'd answered something incorrectly. The timeline breakdown that everyone has shared (pending at midnight → batch processing 2-6am → paid by 8-9am → next weeks appear by Tuesday) is so valuable and really should be posted somewhere official on EDD's website. It's frustrating that newcomers have to learn these system quirks through community forums instead of clear communication from EDD themselves. I'm definitely taking notes on all the tips shared here - screenshotting the certification confirmation, setting up bank text alerts, bookmarking the payment history page, and most importantly, understanding that "pending" just means "received and queued for processing" rather than "there's a problem." Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences, especially the other newcomers who went through the same midnight panic. This community is amazing for helping people navigate EDD's confusing system!

I'm so glad I found this thread! Just certified for my first time tonight around 11:30pm and immediately freaked out when I saw "pending" instead of "paid." I was about to spend all night refreshing the page and calling the EDD help line at 8am, but reading everyone's experiences here has been such a relief. The timeline breakdown that multiple people shared is incredibly helpful - I had no idea that overnight batch processing was just how their system works. It makes so much sense now that "pending" just means "received and in the queue" rather than "something went wrong." I'm definitely taking all the advice here: screenshot my certification confirmation, set up bank text alerts, bookmark the payment history page, and most importantly, get some sleep instead of refreshing the page all night! It's honestly ridiculous that EDD doesn't explain any of this clearly on their website. Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences - this community is a lifesaver for us newcomers trying to figure out all these quirky system timing issues!

I'm so sorry you're dealing with this frustrating glitch! I experienced something very similar back in February and it was absolutely maddening. What finally worked for me was a combination of persistence and timing. First, I'd definitely recommend trying the midnight Sunday certification trick that @Elijah Brown mentioned - it sounds weird but the system refresh sometimes clears these display issues temporarily. Second, when calling EDD, I found that Tuesday mornings around 8:15 AM (not exactly at 8:00) worked better for me. It seems like there's a slight lull after the initial rush of people calling right when they open. One thing that helped me stay sane during this process was taking screenshots of my payment history showing the weeks that needed certification. That way when I finally got through to a specialist, I could reference exactly what I was seeing on my end. The tier 2 specialists really can fix this instantly once you reach them - mine took literally 3 minutes to manually release my stuck weeks. It's just the getting through part that's the nightmare! Hang in there - I know how stressful it is when rent is due and you're counting on that payment. This community has been such a lifesaver for navigating EDD's broken system.

I've been following this thread closely because I'm experiencing the exact same issue! My claim was approved two weeks ago, but I'm stuck in this nightmare loop where my payment history shows 4 weeks ready for certification with "Certification not filed" status, yet the certification page says "No Weeks Available." What's been really helpful reading through everyone's experiences is understanding this is a widespread database sync problem from the April update, not something we did wrong. I've tried the different browser/device approach with no luck, but I haven't attempted the early morning calling strategy yet. Planning to try calling Tuesday at 8:15 AM based on @NebulaNova's timing suggestion, and I'll definitely take screenshots of my payment history beforehand. If that doesn't work, I'm going to attempt the midnight Sunday certification trick. Has anyone had success recently with the Ask EDD messaging system, or is calling really the only reliable way to reach a tier 2 specialist for this specific glitch? I submitted a message 6 days ago with no response, but wondering if I should try again with more specific wording about the database sync issue. This community has been incredible - thank you all for sharing your experiences and solutions. It's such a relief to know I'm not alone in dealing with this frustrating system bug!

This whole thread has been such a rollercoaster but I'm so glad you finally got answers! Your employer claiming "excessive absences" when you were part of a documented mass layoff of 15 people is just mind-blowing. It really shows how far some companies will go to avoid paying higher unemployment insurance rates. The evidence you've gathered sounds rock solid - having both the termination letter that mentions downsizing AND the HR emails about department-wide layoffs should make their attendance excuse completely crumble during your interview. When you lay out that timeline showing 15 people getting laid off due to client loss versus their claim about individual attendance issues, it's going to be pretty obvious who's telling the truth. Best of luck with your phone interview! You've done all the right preparation and this community has given you great advice. Can't wait to hear how it goes!

This has been such an incredible thread to follow from start to finish! Your employer's claim about "excessive absences" when 15 people were laid off simultaneously due to losing a major client is absolutely ridiculous - it's like they're not even trying to make their lie sound believable. But unfortunately this kind of employer fraud is way more common than most people realize. The documentation you've put together is perfect for your upcoming interview. Having both your termination letter that specifically mentions downsizing AND those HR emails about the department-wide layoffs creates such a clear timeline that completely contradicts their bogus story. When you present this evidence, the EDD interviewer is going to see immediately that this was a legitimate mass layoff, not anything related to individual performance or attendance. As someone new to this community, I've learned so much from reading everyone's advice and your experience. It really highlights how important it is to save every piece of documentation when you get laid off, even if you don't think you'll need it at the time. You're going into that phone interview incredibly well-prepared. Just stay calm, present your facts chronologically, and let that solid evidence do the talking. Can't wait to hear your update after the interview - you've got this!

Hey Oscar, congrats on finally landing that warehouse job! Seven months is a long haul - you must be so relieved to have steady work lined up. I actually just went through this exact situation a couple months ago. Started a new job but had to wait almost a month for my first paycheck due to their weird pay schedule. The cash flow gap is honestly the worst part of transitioning back to work when you're already running on empty. Everyone's given you solid advice about reporting - definitely be completely honest when you certify. For that first week where you only worked 24 hours (Sep 3-9), you'll report the $432 in gross earnings you'll eventually receive. Since that's just under your $450 weekly benefit, you should still get a small partial payment - maybe $15-25 depending on how EDD calculates it. One thing that saved me during my gap period: check if your area has a "2-1-1" helpline. They connected me with emergency assistance programs I had no idea existed, including one specifically for people transitioning back to employment. Also worth asking local churches about hardship funds even if you're not a member - many have emergency assistance programs. The financial stress is real, but that warehouse paycheck is going to feel amazing when it finally hits your account. You're doing all the right things by planning to report accurately. Just a couple more weeks and you'll be back to steady income!

Oscar, huge congrats on landing that warehouse job! 7 months is such a long search - you must be so relieved to finally have something lined up. I went through this exact same cash flow nightmare when I started my current job last year. Had to wait 2.5 weeks for my first check and it was absolutely brutal when I was already down to my last few dollars. Everyone's spot on about reporting - you have to be completely honest when you certify, even though it creates this awful financial gap. For your partial week (Sep 3-9), definitely report the 24 hours and $432 in estimated gross earnings. Since that's just under your $450 weekly benefit amount, you should still qualify for a small partial payment - probably around $18-35 depending on how EDD calculates it. One thing that really helped me survive those weeks: check if your local Salvation Army has emergency assistance. They gave me a $200 grocery card specifically because I was transitioning back to work but hadn't been paid yet. Also, many food banks have special "employment transition" programs where they don't even require income verification. If you're really desperate, gig work like DoorDash or Instacart can provide some quick cash on weekends - just make sure to report those earnings too if you go that route. The timing absolutely sucks, but you're doing everything right by planning to report accurately. That first warehouse paycheck is going to feel incredible when it finally comes through! You're so close to having steady income again.