Given the ongoing situation of unemployment, reaching out to the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be quite challenging. Here are the fastest ways to get through to EDD and how to speak to someone at Edd.

The first step is to call the EDD customer service line at 1-800-300-5616. This is the EDD phone number. However, due to high call volume, it might not be easy to get through.

One trick that has worked for some people is calling just a few minutes before the phone lines open at 8 a.m. Another tip is to use the auto redial app that automatically redials the number if the line is busy. This is the fastest way to get through to EDD.

Regarding your query about your EDD payment status being outstanding, if you have not received your payment after 10 days of its issue date, you can ask the EDD to stop the payment and issue a new one. Remember to confirm your recent payment status on ‘UI Online’, your EDD online account, before you ask them to stop payment.

If you are trying to switch from check to debit card with EDD, select the ‘Debit Card’ payment option from your UI Online account and follow the instructions provided. It’s quicker and more convenient than dealing with paper checks.

In circumstances where you had an EDD appointment, but they never made the call, it is advised to reach out to them. However, keep in mind that the wait time to reach a representative can be long due to the number of calls they are receiving. Knowing the best time to call can reduce this time drastically. As stated above, calling a few minutes before the phone lines open at 8 a.m. works for most.

Stay patient and persistent and eventually, you will be able to speak to an agent at EDD.