How long does it take for EDD to pay you?

Receive Your Benefit Payments. It takes at least three weeks to process a claim for unemployment benefits and issue payment to most eligible workers. When your first benefit payment is available, you will receive a debit card in the mail. Once you activate the card you can track, use, and transfer your benefit payments.

How long does it take for EDD to approve certification?

It takes at least three weeks to process a claim and issue payment to most eligible workers. With the large amount of claims we are processing, there may be delays. We appreciate your patience Call Us Call 1-866-333-4606 and select Menu Option 1 to get information on your most recent payment. Payment information is updated daily at 6 a.m. … Read more