How do I contact a live person at EDD?
How do I contact a live person at EDD?
To contact a DI representative, use the DI Automated Phone Information System: English: 1-800-480-3287. Spanish: 1-866-658-8846. California Relay Service (711): Provide the DI number (1-800-480-3287) to the operator.
How do I speak to a specialist at EDD?
Here are tips on how to call EDD:
- EDD phone numbers 1-833-978-2511 and 1-800-300-5616 go to the same call center.
- Monday – Sunday between 8am and 8pm PST (before or at 8 am, 10:15/10:30am or closer to 6/7pm seem to be best times).
- Press 1 during the 1st recording, then press 2, then press 4 to get through to an EDD rep.
Is EDD call center open today?
Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Pacific time), Monday through Friday except state holidays. Note: Monday morning before 10 a.m. is our busiest call time, so we recommend calling at other times.
Is California unemployment open today?
Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Pacific time), Monday through Friday, except on California state holidays. Note: Monday morning before 10 a.m. is our busiest call time, so we recommend calling at other times. Get information on your last payment issued. Certify for benefits using EDD Tele-CertSM.
Who can help me with my EDD?
Since EDD is a state agency, your state Senator or Assemblymember will be able to assist you with an issue you may have with EDD.
Why is my EDD payment pending after certification?
This week’s certification is pending until an issue with your claim has been resolved. If your payment remains pending for more than two weeks, we may process a conditional payment as we continue reviewing the issue. Visit conditional payments to find out if you are eligible for conditional payments.
What do I do if my EDD payment is pending?
If you have a Pending status for any weeks on your UI OnlineSM Claim History, we may need to determine your eligibility or verify your identify. If we need to verify your identity, you’ll receive a notice to provide additional documentation. For more information, visit Respond to Your Request for Identity Verification.
What is best time to call EDD?
Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Pacific time), Monday through Friday, except state holidays. Note: Monday morning before 10 a.m. is our busiest call time, so we recommend calling at other times.
Is EDD coming back in 2022?
Data for the month of March is scheduled for release on April 15, 2022….Employment and Unemployment in California.
| California Labor Force | Month-over Change (January 2022–February 2022) | Year-over Change (February 2021–February 2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployment (1,024,000) | -65,700 | -583,600 |
Why is it so hard to get through to EDD?
EDD has been handling unprecedented workloads since the COVID pandemic sent unemployment rates soaring 14 months ago. In that period, 22.5 million claims have been filed and $147 billion paid. The big reason for the current deluge is that many claimants’ benefit years are ending.
Why haven’t I received my unemployment benefits CA?
If your claim is still active, wait two weeks and recheck the certification status in your Claim Summary for updates. You must continue to certify for benefits if your claim has a remaining balance and the benefit year end date has not passed. If the status doesn’t change after two weeks, call 1-800-300-5616.
How long can you collect unemployment in California?
26 weeks
You may qualify for regular Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits. If eligible, you can receive up to 26 weeks of benefits. Visit UI Online (portal.edd.ca.gov) to apply.
How do I talk to a live person at EDD unemployment 2021?
Dial 833-978-2511.
Are there any EDD offices in California that are closed?
These EDD offices are closed or available by appointment only: America Job Centers of CaliforniaSM(AJCC) – by appointment only. Contact your local AJCC for more information. State Disability Insurance (SDI) offices – by appointment only for customers who are unable to first resolve concerns by mail or telephone.
Where can I file an unemployment or disability claim in California?
Unemployment and Disability Insurance offices are closed to the public but at the America’s Job Centers of California (AJCC) we provide the resources and tools; phones and computers for customers to file a claim or contact these offices.
How do I access Edd online benefit services?
To access Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), and Paid Family Leave (PFL) online benefit services, visit the Benefit Programs Online (BPO) portal: To ask EDD staff a question about a specific topic, visit:
Are Edd staff available at AJCC locations?
Note: EDD staff provide employment services to the public, but may not be physically present at each AJCC location. Please contact an office before visiting to confirm EDD staff availability.