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Tricks to Get Through to California Unemployment

If you have a reason to contact California's Unemployment offices, you probably know this is no simple task.
Fortunately, there are other lesser known, and LESS BUSY phone lines available to anyone that knows them and knows how to use them.

This site will walk you through everything you need to know to get through to EDD today!

Kenny's Method for Getting Through to California Unemployment

11/27/2013

Here's yet another trick that has proven effective method for getting through to California's Employment Development Department (EDD CA)!
This method was submitted by Kenny and many have used this to get through to a real person at California Unemployment. As a result, it has earned a spot here...

THIS NUMBER TOTALLY WORKS: 714-687-4400. Tried for HOURS w/ the 800 number and couldn't get anyone. Called the 714# and got through right AWAY!!!! Spoke to a live person who was VERY HELPFUL, and answered all my questions. **Must call between 8 am - 12 pm.

Were you able to get through to a live person at California Unemployment using this method?

530 Comments

Anonymous

12/2/2013 03:29:23 am

This number gets you through to a person. Be patient and keep hitting zero. And call back if you get a busy signal. They may not be able to help with your specific issue but you do get a person.

len

12/12/2013 03:41:41 am

this # worked. Thanx so much!

Ron

1/15/2014 12:21:11 am

The number gets you to a live operator who transfers you to the EDD main line.... and no answer...... Its a crime !!!

Rlobyn link

1/22/2014 02:27:14 am

Called this #, pushed "0" many times, it rang and rang each time and then that fateful message came on "we are receiving too many calls right now to take your call",etc. I have been trying for 2 weeks to get in touch with a live person because I am out of state filing for CA UE. HELP!!!

1/13/2015 12:34:48 am

This number connected me to the Overpayment department of EDD. The operator forwarded me right back to the 800 number where my call was once again rejected.

alicia

1/15/2015 01:09:22 am

worked like a charm i was on the phone with someone in less that five minutes

Jaz

1/16/2015 06:28:24 am

I called the 714 number and was connected to a live operator who immediately transferred me to the 800 number before I could even say two words! I called her back repeatedly about 10 times asking to speak to her supervisor until finally she put me on hold and the supervisor came on. The supervisor apologized to me when I told her how the other lady treated me and she nicely assisted me with questions I had about my claim. The moral of the story is, If first you don't suceed try again!!!

Sam

1/13/2016 11:31:37 am

I tried the 714 number and it worked. It was answered by a live person who transferred me to another person - after about 20 min on hold I got connected to a very helping lady who answered my questions about the debit card and payments. Thank you so much for providing this, really helpful!!

pam

12/16/2013 02:55:30 am

this number that was posted does not work

Jon

12/2/2014 12:56:18 am

The 714 number worked like a charm for me! The 909 number I never got a live person on the phone. Thank you so much for this number!

elyse jones

11/18/2015 11:02:56 pm

It worked for me first time after being patient enough to let it keep ringing a while and keep hitting zero,. Not too long be patient! You will get through. Keep letting it ring an hit zero. Worked like a charm!d

elyse jones

11/18/2015 11:08:58 pm

Yes it does work. It did for me. Just be patient and keep hitting zero

barbara

5/10/2016 08:16:11 am

it worked for me at 8:12 am on a tuesday

sheryl in illinois

12/30/2013 12:33:20 am

My Sweet Jesus! This # works!!!!!

The person who answered asked if I was told to call this number...I totally lied and said yes (you should as well). He asked for my ss#, then patched me thru to the lady (so nice) who interview me. I spoke with her, and she says I can expect my funds TOMORROW!

Hallelujah!

Note: a person on eddsucks.com suggested being nice and respectful once you have someone on the phone. Do that! Do that in your everyday life. You WILL get your blessing. :)

pecans

1/28/2014 01:16:29 am

Wow this number worked! After going around in circles with the 1800 numbers on the EDD site, I came across this and it worked like a charm. The woman who answered was very helpful in figuring out why I hadn't received my payments. Amazing!!

LVanda in California

8/17/2015 06:00:59 am

This was wonderful. After trying all morning to get through the 800 number EDD provides which just sends you in a vicious phone tree circle and never to a live person, I got desperate and did a online search and found this. Hallelujah, I was talking to a live person who was very helpful within 5 min. Thank you, thank you.

Phillip Roberts

10/29/2021 02:42:12 am

Hi. Around what time did you recieve your payment the next day ? Last Friday I was told I can expect my payment by today. But it’s only 2:40 am and I’m being impatient probably. The supervisor guaranteed that I will receive my payment today so I was hoping it would deposit by midnight but it didn’t

Anonymous

1/5/2014 11:34:51 pm

A recorded message said the number could not be completed as dialed.

The Unseen

1/9/2014 01:35:13 am

This actually worked: (909) 799-8700 !!! WOW! I got a nice young lady, who did ask me to call the 800 #, but I told her how long I have been waiting for someone to call me regarding my claim. She transferred me to a line, and I got a nice gentleman who helped me and fixed my claim. I would have never known how to report earnings on my UI claim properly had he not helped me. I never write comments, but for once I decided to. Because this is REAL, and people like me are out here searching for answers.
Be kind when calling, never demanding. You are the one asking for assistance, and no one will assist you if you act like a DIVA.
Thanks again!

happyone

1/9/2014 02:57:46 am

That number helped us out alot thank u so much god bless u!!!

Frustrated Caller

1/12/2014 11:48:30 pm

I can't believe this worked!!! Thank you sooooo much!!

David

1/14/2014 04:48:01 am

Thank you so much!!!! I called this number and found out I was approved 2 months ago but nobody ever lifted the hold on my profile so due to a glitch I wasn't getting paid and nobody would have ever noticed! If it hadn't been for this number I never would have spoken to someone to review my profile and fix it! Now I will be getting back pay for the last 2 months! Praise God!

Cindy Zimmerman

1/15/2014 12:57:24 am

Thank you, there was a very nice woman named Eva who explained the cause and offered some solutions for me.

three months trying

1/16/2014 04:26:04 am

It still works!!!

Human Being

1/21/2014 03:21:26 am

OMG it freaking worked!

John

1/22/2014 01:02:12 am

That worked! Got right in to a very nice person who assisted me.

L.A. Mike

1/22/2014 01:26:21 am

The number above worked!!!!!! I got through the first time got put on hold then it hung up, called again and got someone to answer my 1 question, she answered and helped me in a total of 3 min. Thanks for post the local number!!!!!

DoneIn10Min

1/23/2014 02:38:43 am

This number totally works. Filed my claim in middle of Dec, phone interview in early Jan but could never get through to anyone. Called the local office of my local state assembly person and they said they could speed the process up and have it figured out in a week. Just got off the phone and in less then 10 min, answered all of my questions and confirmed everything for me and was super nice. THANK YOU!

Areg

1/24/2014 12:48:01 am

You Rock!!!

Grateful

1/24/2014 02:32:05 am

I can't thank you enough!!!!!!! You have no idea how frustrating this whole thing has been!!!!!!! i called and got an operator immediately who transferred me to an empty desk so i called again and explained that and the operator apologized and transferred me to Yvonne who was a saint!!!!! WORD OF ADVICE: I'VE WORKED IN CALL CENTERS AS AN AGENT AN CAN TELL YOU THAT IF YOU ACT LIKE A JERK, WE WILL NOT HELP YOU. TREAT US LIKE ACTUAL HUMAN BEINGS AND WE WILL DO OUR BEST FOR YOU!!!!

Doug

1/30/2014 01:14:58 am

After two weeks of trying to get through to the 800 number, this worked. Thank you so much for posting this. I just feel bad for the people now that can't get through and don't know about this site. Just be nice to the person and the phone and they will be extremely helpful. My issue was solved in a 5 minute conversation.

Robert

2/4/2014 12:57:01 am

This number actually worked! I called for the first time and got an operator on the phone pronto. Unfortunately, they weren't able to help me with anything since the senate hasn't decided whether to extend the benefits or not. It's already been a month since my last payment. If anybody has any news on this plz reply. Thanks

Stefanie

2/4/2014 03:55:29 am

It still works !! Thanks so much for posting this

sue

2/5/2014 12:50:34 am

This number just worked fit me. Thank you so much for letting us know!

Tennille Walton

2/5/2014 06:41:58 am

WOW! Thank you sooooo much. I was able to get right through!!!

unemplyed

2/6/2014 12:58:47 am

909 number really does work thanks

Kaibil

2/6/2014 01:30:51 am

Thank you SOOOOO much!!

909 Works!

2/6/2014 03:04:56 am

Dizzy

2/6/2014 06:15:15 am

Today Feb.7, 2014 I called the (909) 799-8700 after 2:00 pm and a switchboard operator answered and said she would connect me to someone who can help me. The phone rang once an an exceptionally helpful EDD staff person responded to my questions regarding my claim expiring 3.8.14 where I still had a balance. She told me that I SHOULD file a claim 1-5 days before the expiration date to ensure there is no break in time for receiving checks and that this is NOT considered an extension because there is still money left on my claim. Whew am I thankful for this information. Hope this helps anyone who finds themselves in a similar position. GOOD LUCK!!!

Thankful!

2/7/2014 02:47:35 am

This # worked so fingers crossed!

jamjam

2/7/2014 04:14:34 am

GENIUS. Thank you!!!!

Lawrence

2/10/2014 01:51:47 am

Worked great! A very nice lady helped me with my question right away! God bless you!

Federico

2/12/2014 02:50:51 am

I am amazed. After many attempts to contact through email and 800# without success ... THIS WORKED! Thanks and THANKS again! Party reached at EDD was extremely pleasant, professional and got right to solving the supposed issue.

the fireman

2/13/2014 02:47:27 am

It worked! THANK YOU, I have a fed. claim and have been trying to talk to a real preson for a month. The (909) number worked the first try. The lady was very helpful and made sure I talked to someone who could help me.

thankful

2/18/2014 02:41:27 am

Today, 2/17/2014, I called this 909 number, got thru in the first try, found out my claim was flagged, they fixed the problem and my payments have been approved! I've been waiting for over 1.5 months! This totally worked! And if I wouldn't have been able to get thru, they wouldn't have told me anything about my claim being flagged and I'd still be waiting! Thank you!

2/19/2014 01:47:56 am

Oh my, this worked. (909) 799-8700!!! Worked on the first call attempt and she fixed my issues and told me that I will be getting my card/payment for the 6 weeks that I havent been paid!!! Thanks so much. Now we will see if it actually falls thru to my mailbox.

Sandy

2/20/2014 01:53:40 am

I am on the phone right now trying to figure out the problem. At least I reached a real person after days of trying the 800 number only to get through all the button pushing and have the recording tell me they were busy and could not help me at this time. I have now found out that they will have to send me an appointment interview date and time and this will take maybe three more weeks. Gotta love unemployment (not).

Justin

2/20/2014 02:23:25 am

thank you so much for this number, I got through to someone and she was so nice, she did put me on hold twice and each time I was holding my breath thinking I was about to be booted off and have to start over, but hey I called at 8:10 and was off the phone by 8:30 and had all my questions answered and now I am very satisfied.

ESQ_510

2/24/2014 12:47:05 am

Called this number and talked to a helpful gentleman today. He fixed the issue with my claim. Per others' recommendations, be nice because they are inundated with calls. Good luck.

salem

3/5/2014 03:27:33 am

THANK YOU!! It worked. Spoke to a very helpful young lady.

L. Dub

3/13/2014 08:27:52 am

Thank you, ThANK YOU!!!! THanks!!

Michael Johnson

3/27/2014 05:14:03 am

This is a call center, but if you treat them with respect they will try and help you, I've been trying for weeks to get ahold of someone and this is the best method I've reached. thank you.

anonymous

4/7/2014 08:27:06 am

Good number. Be nice and they will gladly help you out.

Anon

5/6/2014 02:34:01 am

(909) 799-8700 worked in less than two minutes. Very nice man with a slight accent. Got everything squared away. Operator answered the phone within 10 seconds, then transferred me to a live person. Be patient when transferring as the 30 seconds in between was quiet sound. Whole call lasted less than 5 minutes.

Hugo

5/12/2014 02:07:32 am

Wow! Thank you so much!!! The 909 number worked in seconds!!

Doug

5/16/2014 07:57:24 am

Does not work if your claim is for disability...only for unemployment. I did get through right away but she said that office has no access to disability claims and the only number she had for disability was the 800-480-3287 number that you can never get through on.

michelleoc

5/22/2014 04:16:07 am

Oh my gosh I called (909) 799-8700 and got someone right away and she was able to help me in about five minutes. Thank you SOOO much for this information!!!

Iron Chef

7/2/2014 02:20:28 am

This worked perfectly for me. Here's how my convo went:

Rep: Hi, EDD, how can I help you?
Me: Hi there. I'd love to speak with someone who can help me with delayed payments on my unemployment benefits. Are you able to help me?

Rep: I can definitely transfer you to someone who can.

Short hold time of 1 minute..

Then I had a conversation with a lovely representative who was incredibly helpful. She acknowledged how bad the 800 number is and even escalated my situation to a supervisor for quick processing.

Sillybilly

7/16/2014 02:29:59 am

OMG! After trying for days to get through to someone to help me fix my claim form, that was returned as I apparently did it wrong (my first time ever applying for benefits), i finally got someone! A gentleman answered the phone, i advised what i needed help with and then he put me on hold, 1 minute at the most! then a very nice lady come on the line, i told her my issue and she went ahead and helped me out. she was very patient as i really had no idea what i was doing, but she fixed everything for me! The 909 really worked for me!

Shannon

7/23/2014 02:24:33 am

This number worked for me too! I just needed to know my benefit amount, but I moved out of state and I'm not getting any mail here for some reason. Thanks for the info.

Monique link

7/23/2014 02:36:06 am

As of today 7 22 14 This number still works. I got through to someone who is helping me. Praise the Lord.

johnny salazar

7/24/2014 01:39:20 am

Worked like a charm! Thank you so much!

Corinne

8/22/2014 05:56:43 am

This number worked for me too! You just have to say why you are calling, super fast, in a nice way, but in a short sentence. Otherwise bad things happen. May God be with you. They are not nice. :-(

chica478

8/25/2014 02:23:40 am

This 909 number works! A guy picked up and I told him I needed help with my claim and he transferred me to a nice lady who helped me.

8/28/2014 04:58:16 am

After the frustration of getting hung up on several times using the 800 number (due to the "maximum number of callers reached), I tried the 909 number and was able to get a live person! She wasn't able to help me, but gave me a number I can call instead. It was the number of the local DI office. I called the number and it was for their HR department, so not too helpful for me. However, the HR lady took down my name and number and someone from their office called me back within a few hours!! The person that called me was very helpful and was able to answer my questions.
Calling the 800 number will not get you anywhere and will result in a big waste of time and energy. You'll also end up with a big headache.

Blessed

9/23/2014 03:33:19 am

THANK God for the internet & THANK YOU. After going in circles with the 800 number, this got me right through!

StillPunky

10/16/2014 03:48:39 am

Holy cow, this number worked like a charm. Everyone was friendly and helpful, too. The lady I spoke with was a real peach, and she answered all of my questions. I was on and off the phone in less than 10 minutes and completely satisfied with everything she did to help me. Thank you so much for sharing this information. I am sure it will lead to everyone that is in the crummy predicament of having lost their jobs like me to having a much better, stress-free life!

California Woman

10/22/2014 02:57:19 am

I got the nice young lady too!! she was too kind and helpful! Thank you so much for providing this number. I spent hours on the 1800 line and no answer... thanks! And for anyone trying to contact the edd please call (909) 799-8700 it works!

Cara

10/30/2014 03:38:42 am

I dialed the 909 number and the woman just gave me an address to an EDD office near me. She said she doesn't have access to disability claims, only unemployment. I was super nice, but it got me nowhere...

Ohyeaaaah

11/7/2014 02:51:59 am

IT WORKED!!!! hahah thank you!

TheRider

12/5/2014 12:11:52 am

I tried the 714 number, got hung up on the first time, called back, someone answered, but was blind transferred to the 800 line. I called the 909 number, a very nice lady answered all my questions within 3 minutes!!!!!!

james

12/5/2014 12:21:34 am

OMG!!!!! This 909 number got me to a very nice rep in FIVE minutes!

(909) 799-8700

Jenny

12/15/2014 12:17:17 am

the 909 worked GREAT for me!

ReggaeGirl

12/17/2014 03:40:40 am

THANK GOD PEOPLE ARE HELPING OTHERS!
Absolutely worked after trying TWO DAYS waiting for them to pick up on the original line! A great rep named Beverly helped me and stayed on line for over 30 mins! Situation didn't get resolved, but was directed to the right location!! ;) Thank You" The Unseen" & Kenny!

SHANNON

12/18/2014 04:25:03 am

THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! THIS NUMBER TOTALLY WORKED AND THE GENTLEMEN WAS SO SWEET FROM EDD TO HELP ME OUT!!!

Biggie link

1/6/2015 04:14:52 am

Thank you so much for the 909#. Got right through and spoke to a very friendly Gentleman who helped me resolve my case in 3 minutes!
Thank you!!

karen

1/12/2015 02:05:15 am

the 909 number worked

nolan_

1/16/2015 12:35:36 am

wow. unbelievable, talked with 1 guy who was very nice connected me right away, to another guy who is going out of his way right now as im typing this to research for me why my 1099-G is so high, when I have still yet to receive any payments. Thanks for this number, you saved my phone and computers lives as I was getting ready to throw them in the pool

Bruce link

1/16/2015 01:01:50 am

The (909) 799-8700 number worked like a charm. I was talking to someone in a minute. Followed your advice and I was real nice and they were Awesome!

Thank you so much

Mayra link

1/22/2015 06:29:45 am

Thank you so much. Just helped my grampa get connected.

Ann

1/29/2015 02:09:32 am

Hello!!! Thank you very very much for your help! I got through and got all my questions answered!! I couldn't agree with you more about being respectful! Thanks again!!

the shaddow

2/5/2015 02:56:09 am

"This actually worked: (909) 799-8700 !!! WOW!"

Double WOW from me also - got through mid-morning on first call maybe less than 5 rings. A nice man transferred to super-nice woman who was incredibly helpful and informative.

the shaddow

2/6/2015 08:26:45 am

Quick followup - they also got back to me by email in just a day after I submitted a question on the edd website!!!

Michael

2/12/2015 03:18:35 am

You're awesome! Worked like a champ!

amanda

2/23/2015 12:47:43 am

Amazing! Blessings and Thanks so much!!!

UNPAID

7/20/2015 03:45:08 am

this number works!!! I spoke with a James, very helpful, i recommend anyone having issues use this, BUT BE NICE!!!

Happy

7/31/2015 05:24:17 am

This 909 # worked great. Many issues were resolved in 12 minutes with the very helpful Janet.

Diane link

8/21/2015 03:44:19 am

Thank you!! After trying to reach the 800-300 number for weeks without any success, I called the 909 number and reached someone immediately. The customer service was outstanding and my issues were resolved without any question or hassle. Thank you!

Triple 10

8/24/2015 01:52:02 am

Just an update, yes, this 909 number still works! THANK U!

Leslie

9/28/2015 10:53:38 am

(909) 799-8700 worked for me after only a couple of rings on Sept 28, 2015. I was calling on two phones, the first one for 714-687-4400 which was ringing for some time to no avail. The 909 number won! The helpful man sounded Vietnamese so if you can figure out when to enter response numbers on the Vietnamese line, it's probably a good avenue as well, but I don't think I was ever doing it in the right order.

lomalu

10/12/2015 11:42:17 am

worked great, thank you!

Lorraine

12/22/2015 09:56:14 am

The 714 number did not work for me. They answered and said there was nothing they could do and sent transferred me to the same 800 number. Tried twice. Then I saw your comment with the 909 number. ..called it.They gave me a rep (Janet) who found the glitch. My funds have been released and I am getting my debit card mailed. It's been 3 months held over by some computer glitch. God Bless this lady that was so kind!

Katie R

1/6/2016 11:41:02 am

(909) 799-8700 worked right away on 6 Jan 2016 at 11:35 AM. I got a switchboard operator who passed me on to pleasant woman who unfortunately couldn't help me due to my complicated situation, but she took my contact info and said somebody would call me back ASAP. Fingers crossed!

Kelly

1/15/2016 08:40:24 am

OMG this 909 number totally worked!!! I've been trying the 800 number for 5 days literally 20 times each day and NEVER got through. I called this 909 number once and got a busy signal, then called again and it RANG and someone picked up right away. It's sad how excited I was to speak to someone! It's still going to take weeks to resolve my claim but at least I'm going in the right direction :) Also, they gave me a fax number to send in my updated materials which I thought *might* be helpful so here it is: EDD Fax # 619-525-4248

Thankful

2/17/2016 09:46:16 am

Thank you for publishing this number - got through on my first try after dialing the 800 number for 90 minutes

Nicole

2/29/2016 08:25:41 am

Still works!!! Its 2-29-16 and the 909 number directed me right away!!

Jill

3/1/2016 10:56:47 am

Thank you for the 909#. They answered and helped me immediately. Much appreciated!

MADDIE

10/6/2016 11:22:17 am

I tried the 909 799 8700 and immediately got a live person, I was transfer to another live person who was very helpful and gave me the information I needed. WOW was so easy. Thank you for posting this saved me so much time.

THANK YOU!!!! ^j^

Nancy Smith link

11/21/2016 09:21:42 am

Yay! The 909-799-8700 number worked! Thank you!

Anonoymous121216

12/12/2016 09:15:20 am

Thank you! The 800 # is next to impossible to get through to a live person. I actually tried the 714 # first and it only re-routed me the 800 #. I tried the 909 # and it did work! The receptionist got me directly to someone in EDD who was able to help me. Thanks again for saving me from so much frustration!

Tawnya link

1/25/2017 08:33:26 am

Thank you so much for the help, the number worked and they were so helpful

kpugz

1/9/2014 02:25:29 am

gets you through to a person but i have been on hold for almost 30 minutes now after i asked one question

Chris

1/10/2014 04:45:23 am

for northern California east bay, 909-383-4663, people were nice and fixed the problem that I had created. I started with the Sacramento number 916-683-4400 and hit zero every 40 seconds (for 15 minutes) when the message came on and eventually someone live answered saying that they did not have my claim but gave me the number above and transferred me directly into the correct call center. best wishes.

Van

2/10/2014 12:49:37 am

909-383-4663 # did not work. First time tried, someone answered and said to hold, then hung up. Second time, someone answered and said to hold, after 5 minutes of holding the call was disconnected. Third time, call was disconnected after 2 rings. Fourth time, someone finally answered and did not put me on hold, but did tell me she couldn't help me and to call the 800 #. I asked if she would be able to transfer me and she refused.

sharon

1/17/2014 02:43:07 am

I have been trying for 2 weeks and this number actually worked. Got to speak to a human, who actually helped resolve my problem.

yvonne

1/23/2014 02:10:44 am

Thank you sweet Jesus i got through! May God Bless you for giving this number you saved my day!!!

Karen

1/24/2014 12:41:09 am

I tried the 909 799 8700 number and got through. What a relief after dialing over and over for a week on the 800 number.

909 Works perfectly

2/24/2014 03:37:21 am

Unreal. I can't believe how quickly they help you. The 800 number is a joke, I suggest we "take off and nuke that number from orbit, its the only way to be sure".. Call the 909 # they pick up immediately and I was taken care of in a little over 10 min. The lady I talked to was helpful and what a relief knowing this is the real way to get taken care of.

nyckjc

1/30/2014 01:32:27 am

OMG! Thank you! (I think I got carpel tunnel from all the previous re-dialing!)

Tracy

2/7/2014 01:09:57 am

It does work & only took me 3 minutes before I got a live person. However, he ended up transfering me to a "operator" as he put it but it simply went back to the initial recording where I pressed 0 again and then got a busy signal. This is BS!!!

Jooniferpm

2/20/2014 12:23:28 am

I just called the 714 phone number and the person who answered on the first ring was so unbelievably rude to me she left me in tears. I have never been treated so badly for saying "Good Morning, how are you? I was hoping to get some help..." And then get interrupted with a woman barking at me "How did you get this number?" multiple times. I said a friend gave it me and suggested I call because it was very helpful. She barked at me that this was a private number and I was not supposed to have it. I apologized and said I just needed help, I've trying to get through to EDD for two months. She asked for my SS#, and then told me I wasn't a member of this office. I apologized again, tried to thank you for your help, and she hung up on me. I have never, ever, ever, ever been treated so badly in my life. I wish I had gotten her name, but I was just in shock. DO NOT call this number. You will be treated HORRIBLY. And being polite does not work. The woman who answered the phone should be ashamed of herself.

Cliff

2/28/2014 01:28:08 am

A couple of rings and I made contact! Just got off the phone with them. Thank you.

Debi

3/28/2014 04:11:51 am

Hallelujah! After 3 months of trying the 800 number, I found this blog. It worked!!! I only had to push "0" twice before a live person answered. Problem was solved within a matter of minutes. BTW, do not fear if the person puts you on hold, they do come back,

Kathryn Belsey

4/2/2014 04:12:58 am

I called the 714-687-4400 number and got through (after pressing 0 several times to remain on hold for the next available service rep) to a very nice and helpful woman. I explained that EDD had got my last employer address wrong, plus my award didn't reflect my wages from that employer (hence, my award amount was too low). She corrected the employer address and advised that she cancel the claim so I could reapply next week in order for the standard base period to include a third quarter of employment. She said this would bump me up to the maximum allowance and give me 26 weeks of benefits instead of 24. Thanks for giving me a number that got results! This number works!

Daniel

4/3/2020 09:10:36 am

The 1-714-687-4400 worked perfect

Fern

4/25/2014 01:15:55 am

I did get a live person but he was from the overpayment center and could not help me.:(

izzybean

5/19/2014 07:23:54 am

awesome!!! thank you! this worked, they keep telling you to press 0 to hold on.. keep on holding on you will get someone! thanks again... you can't get anyone on the 866 or 800 #s..

MissE

6/2/2014 02:39:49 am

Called this morning in and got in touch with a direct live person! Who transferred me to a rep. I didn't need to dial 0! Thanks for this phone number. Its a LIFESAVER!!!

Anonymous B

6/4/2014 03:49:45 am

It Worked!!! I just tried and got through. It is an overpayment center for EDD but she offered to look up my claim to see if she could help. She was able to tell me the status of my claim and told me to call back in a couple of days to the same number to follow up. Wonderful... thank you so much!

Danny

6/16/2014 02:13:46 am

Called the 909 number and spoke with a very nice lady. she looked into my claim and found out edd never received my claim form. She send out another one. Thank you!!!!

Tinamrie link

7/16/2014 05:26:59 am

Wow, this site amazing.. called the 909-799-8700 number and got thru immediately, they were so nice and helpful. She said they are avaible from 8-5pm and its ok to call that number.. Praise the Lord!!!!!!!!!blessings everyone

Lori

7/22/2014 04:10:56 am

I got a live person. She transferred me to the "office that would handle my claim". The number is 909.383.4662. The box was full so I could not leave a message. I called the 714 # again, and the gal transferred me again but stayed on the line until someone came on to help me.

Ms. Cruzado

8/6/2014 02:31:18 am

My fiancee found this web page from google he called for me today and we got through on the first try!!! Thank you BIG TIME..... I have tried everyday this week always getting were too busy call back later

Ann

8/11/2014 01:44:48 am

This number works but they are catching on and can see that you dialed it directly and will transfer you back to the 1-800 number. Very rude too...

Bill

8/22/2014 02:21:19 am

This number totally worked! Thank you. The person was very polite and informative and I got the answers I was looking for.

Thanks for putting up this site and thanks for posting this number.

Corinne

8/22/2014 05:53:40 am

THIS WORKED for me too!!! Right away after like two rings, someone picked up and transferred me to someone right away. Unfortunately it didn't turn out very good for me , but at least I spoke to someone.

sarah

8/26/2014 02:33:39 am

totally worked!!!!

9/4/2014 02:36:53 am

This number totally works. I had to hit zero about 4 times, but I have tried every other number and was never able to talk to someone. I wish I would have found this site weeks ago. Thank you!

Anonymous two

10/2/2014 07:10:35 am

I agree, be patient. I got someone after about five minutes and she switched me to the wrong department, that department put me back this line and had to press zero for another fifteen minutes, but someone did answer and succeeded in finding what was going on with my benefits.

Thank you so much for posting this number.

lana

11/18/2014 03:06:00 am

This worked for me. Called between 8 and 12, hit 0, and went straight to an operator. I told her my issue and she immediately connected me to a super nice and helpful rep. Thank you!

DCC

12/9/2014 04:58:14 am

Thank you so much for posting this number. I've been trying to get through to someone from the 800 number in vain for days and this number helped get my issue resolved in less than 10 minutes. I didn't even sit on hold that long! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

anonymous

12/17/2014 02:54:38 am

This number works! Like other posters have stated-keeping selecting zero. Someone will answer. They are very nice. Can't answer specific questions but have general information and advise.

J.D.

1/5/2015 01:19:02 am

Called the 714 number. After a few rounds of hitting zero, got a real person, who, although unable to help directly (different department), transferred me to someone who was very friendly and able to get things straightened out in about 5 minutes. Thank you!

brian

1/5/2015 06:27:03 am

be respectful.. This number worked for me, as long as you are nice they will help you....

Drew

1/21/2015 03:23:31 am

Got through immediately but was quickly transferred to the 800 number. Tried again asking to speak to a supervisor and was finally connected to someone who could help. So it works! Thanks so much.

Dave

2/4/2015 04:41:20 am

I got thru on this 714-687-4400 number twice and received good help both times. just be polite and the rest is a breeze.

Ben link

3/16/2015 06:41:05 pm

So I've cracked a few codes.
Dial edd do not wait for the language prompt
Immitietly dial 1212 it will take you to a message to confirm address payment mail to " your address"
Same again dial 1919 or hit the 1 & 9 simultaneously to get to your benefit information section.
Hope this helps
BTW most gov offices have phone # s that are close to the listed number.
Example. Local jail number 781. 4540. Jail medinlisted 4516
Usually departments start and stop in close sequence.

Lisa

5/21/2015 04:09:24 am

THANK YOU THANK YOU. I have be trying for hours on their website. This number got me right through to live person then was put on hold about 20 min. but is was worth it. 714-684-4400

Anonymous

6/1/2015 04:27:53 am

The 714 number worked for me as well, but the most recent comment was correct: they asked me while I was calling so that they could forward me to the correct department. Luckily, I really have been having issues with my UI claim, so I was able to speak to that operator for a minute or two before she transferred me to a manager who was able to talk to me more at length. She helped me out by identifying what some of the issues could be. Nevertheless, I know what I have to do right now and I'm thankful I was able to speak to live people. I would definitely enforce the idea of just being very nice with any live representatives you speak to over the phone just because they don't deserve any mistreatment and that they are regular folks like you and me. Regardless, thanks for helping me save myself from more headaches!

Anonymous

7/9/2015 01:55:19 am

It works!!

cindy

7/15/2015 03:23:08 am

Hallelujah yes this number worked . They where so helpful and very nice they said that our claim wasn't processed completely and to expect back-pay for 3 weeks ! Thank you soooooo much for sharing this

Anonymous

7/28/2015 02:34:10 am

This worked great. I got the instruction that I needed.

Steffanie

8/3/2015 04:57:14 am

714-687-4400 worked for me after about 45 minutes! The man who picked up admonished me a little for not calling the 1-800 number, but still put me through to someone who helped me within 5 minutes (I needed a new continued claim form because USPS damaged the one I sent in and sent it back to me!)

Teresa

8/20/2015 03:08:14 am

I called 714-687-4400 late yesterday and never got through after pushing "0" many times. I called today at 9:30am after reading to call before 12pm. Got through to someone after a min or so. They said they were the overpayment department and gave me the number 909-383-4661 for reference and transferred me. I was on hold and then it seemed to go back to the original menu and I had to start pushing "0" again. A woman clicked on and said she was putting me on hold. After a couple of minutes she came back, asked for my social security # and birthdate and put me on hold again. Then another guy came back after another min and asked for the same info. He was able to answer my questions and take a look at my account.

Not sure what happened there but I got transferred to the right person eventually. My advice is call early in the day and try again if you don't get the right person. There are a ton of people on the other end, you just don't know who will be receiving your call. I was on the phone for 11 min in total. I was expecting worse.

m wood link

9/3/2015 02:24:35 am

okay here is the scoop... the 800 300-5616 well if you get the recordings just hang up and keep dialing again and dont listen to the stupid recordings just hang up and keep dialing over and over till you get someone... because the lady on the 714 number just told me that when you get the stupid ass recordings it means their lines are full. Good luck to you and me...

Erin

9/8/2015 05:11:25 pm

The number worked at about 4:40pm on the Tuesday after Labor Day. You get an operator who can direct your call where it needs to go.

isaiah garefino

10/6/2015 11:07:58 am

haha...you were lucky, every time I try this number I get a huffy total BITCH who keeps transferring into the black hole of automated service. They must have caught on. There is a special place in hell for government employees. All a bunch of low class lazy ass holes who only have their jobs to collect a check and the fact that's impossible to get fired. They need to go back to the ghetto.

Ruth

10/9/2015 10:04:22 am

Worked like a charm. Got thru immediately.

Doreen

11/4/2015 12:13:33 pm

This number worked like a charm and the folks were amazing, nice and helpful. Thanks for posting this it was a life saver!

Elyse Jones

11/12/2015 10:11:47 am

IT WORKED' IT WORKED, IT WORKED!!!! Thank you Kenny!!!!!!!!! Just keep hitting 0

Micah

11/18/2015 10:27:26 am

Not one to usually write comments, but this number worked for me as of 11/18/15! I did have to press "0" several times over a wait of approximately 5 minutes, but once connected was assistated and off the phone within 3 minutes time. This success comes after two days of the endless menu cycle when calling the 1-800 number.

Alex

11/23/2015 08:42:08 am

This worked like a charm. Like an absolute charm.

Karen

12/7/2015 01:43:58 pm

The 909-799-8700 works as of December 7, 2015

Patrice

1/6/2016 03:19:06 pm

Wow... the number really works! Someone answered in only a few rings and then transferred me to a live person who picked up within about 3 minutes. Thank You!!!

Jonathan

4/21/2016 02:40:23 pm

EDD answered on the 1st ring! AWESOME help guys! Thank you!!

Casey

5/13/2016 09:39:50 am

The 714 number worked just like they said I only had to push zero three times and was connected to an operator I had an issue of why I was not receiving a payment and the operator fixed it immediately at this number

Suz

5/24/2016 01:36:07 pm

This number was a saving grace. All I wanted to know was where are my forms to submit for weekly pay. A person answered the phone immediately and said they were mailed 5/20. Fabulous!

fdfdfdf

7/8/2016 10:47:30 am

The 714 number worked like a charm, after I had no success with 800 number on multiple times over a period of 2 weeks. Keep trying and sharing your experiences!

Jason link

7/8/2016 12:28:02 pm

I'm one of the lucky few who have won an appeal from EED and have been trying to contact them by phone to find out how and when I will get my tax return, returned to me.. And couldn't get through the run around of their phone system at all... Until Kenny's method! Thank you Kenny. This # works... I placed the call spoke to someone and was writing this while on hold and before I could finish this comment someone answered and took care of all my questions.... Thanks again...

Patricia Cummings link

9/30/2016 10:57:39 am

Worked great!! Hit "0" for approx 5 mins, the 3rd person I spoke to was an Adjustor. He scheduled me a telephone cionference for 1 week later to discuss my concerns. Thanks so muck for the tip!! Pat in Spring valley, CA

Nancy Smith link

11/21/2016 09:20:24 am

Got a person, but said she did not have the ability to address issues related to individual accounts.

isaac

12/8/2016 10:47:29 am

the nuber works but didnt help me because i called for disability but for unempolyment maybe but u will have to press 0 a couple of time i called this number mentioned below 909 799 8700 talked to a unemployment rep first try hope this helps

Robert

1/3/2017 01:54:08 pm

I got a switchboard which said they couldn't help, but to dial the 800 number which doesn't work because when they ask you to choose a number it never goes through
sucks

4/18/2017 08:30:32 am

Call the 800-300-5616
1 for English or 2 for Spanish
#6
#7
#3
then SS#
You get right through

Cassie

5/23/2017 08:32:00 am

Thank you so much for that number! EDD line I could never get thru, this # got me thru immediately to a live person who directed me to another live person 1 min later, and helped me sort out a very confusing claim.... thank you to the person who provided that 714 number!

Erin

6/2/2017 10:27:09 am

I just did this 30 minutes ago and it worked (got through in 2 minutes):It is a Vietnamese line, but they speak English too!

800-547-2058
wait for message to pause, then press 6
wait for message to start, then press 7
wait for message to start ... then press 3
wait for message to start...enter SSN
wait for message to start...press 1
will hear music while waiting to speak to a rep

Anonymous

12/26/2017 09:51:38 am

This number worked and I reached a live person immediately. She informed me that I had reached the overpayments division of EDD, and that I was going to have to call the 800 number. When I told her that I had been stuck in the vicious on-hold circle, she gave me the process to reach a live person on the 800 number. I am currently on hold, next-in-line for a live representative, and my wait time is only 6 minutes.

6/4/2018 08:28:06 am

It worked!!!!! I have been calling the 800 for 7 days and was about to pull out my hair. Thank you for posting.

Markel Wooten

4/21/2019 07:27:00 am

What I always do is put in a variety of numbers close to my own when asked to put my ss# ( that way I can say it’s a typo) and it always works

YVONNE

4/12/2021 08:47:22 am

omg THNAK YOU!!!!!!! been trying to get through for weeks now! and this # worked

Anonymous J

5/13/2021 05:02:47 pm

number doesn't work

john

12/3/2013 02:32:10 am

This just worked for me Took two tries I was transferred and my extension was activated I made a mistake and the edd person took care of it.......Thanks

David

12/3/2013 02:55:02 am

I called this number many times and when I finally got through the Biggest A-Hole in the world answered!! Told me Not to call this number

Silvia

1/8/2014 02:33:03 am

I got the same thing! I was able to get a person on the line. They asked for my SSN immediately, then said my name, then transferred me to another person. This other person asked for the same info, then transferred me to another person. Then this lady picked up and said "no, you may not reopen a claim at this at the number."

Luke

12/3/2013 02:56:50 am

That's a totally different department, don't waist your time!

Orange County Bobby

12/3/2013 04:02:56 am

It worked for me, but I was quick to point, and pointed out that I was calling from a local area. I just needed back claim forms and to change my address. I had tried the web site but had not seen any action other than an email 12 days ago saying this had been done (It hadn't). I feel if you call and have all your stuff in order they will not be too bothered, but if you have a ton of questions than they might not want to be so helpful. It's clearly a field office for pushing papers because the guy I got to help me was not very good with his phone skills, but he was very helpful, and helped me in about 3 min and I had tried the #800 an hour a day for a few days with no success. (PT Job only allowed me one hour a day to call). Anyway goodluck everyone. I know it's hard but you'll get through just keep trying.

Melissa

12/4/2013 12:29:17 am

The first time I called a lady told me I had to call the 800 number (very rudely) and transferred me obviously it didn't go through. I hung up called back got a busy signal. Once again I called and right away lady asked me for my social and transferred me to someone that was able to help me. Very helpful. Try this it worked for me!

john

12/4/2013 12:42:40 am

Well...I think they're catching on to this but it did work. An operator lightly scolded me for using this number, asked where I go it and informed me that I was hampering their ability to answer the regular 1-800 calls. Regardless, she did put me thru to someone who helped me, thank you!

Kait

12/4/2013 01:06:57 am

I tried this yesterday (I guess before it caught on) and the lady was SUPER nice. She said that she couldn't help me, but that she would connect me (DIRECTLY) to the department that could (haven't been paid or received new forms for six weeks) and get this: She told me, "in case you get disconnected, here is THEIR phone number." (310) 330-5904. I called it, got a person immediately but got put on hold for an hour. At the strike of noon (call centers closed) the call disconnected and when I tried to call back it didn't work. I tried calling phone number #2 this morning and kept getting a busy signal, so tried Kenny's 714-687-4400 number again. The women who answered was a total b*t¢h! "Call the 800 number!" and hung up was all I got. After redialing the second # I finally heard ringing. Pressed 0 about ten times at the "our operators are busy, press 0 to continue holding" prompt. A honest to god live person answered, but only took my SSN, name and phone number to "call me back." ...So we will see if that actually happens.

Syd

12/9/2013 08:32:47 am

WOW!!! THANKS to the above ...Finally got thru by calling 310.330.5904 after a month and a half of calling. 800.300.5616 DON'T waste your time. Had to press "0" to hold for help a few times but well worth the 7 minute wait if that. Was assisted by an EXTREMELY friendly rep named Doreen who took care of me with ease. Thanks KAIT... Good luck hope the EDD does not put this number in their list of numbers that say they are busy then disconnect your call.

Ian Andrew

12/18/2013 02:17:35 am

Thanks for all of the help SYD & KAIT!!! Spent so much wasted time using the 800.300.5616 number. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME WITH THIS!!! Finally called 310.330.5904 and got in right away! The woman on the other end of the phone not only took care of my issue, but answered all of the additional questions I had about my claim. So as a reminder: PLEASE USE THE 310.330.5904 NUMBER! IT IS A LIFESAVER!!!

Best of luck with anyone using EDD to try and get their claim in order and thank you to all of you that started this page!

Happy Holidays :)

Laura

12/27/2013 03:22:45 am

Thanks guys!!! I got thru as well. She did transfer me to a different number but told me if they wouldn't help me to call back and she would find another way. Turns out the web cert did not generate the claim forms to submit! There are some very decent people at EDD who get it and are trying to help so be grateful and ready to give your story as soon as they answer.

Jarrett

1/7/2014 01:11:28 am

This worked! After dialing a couple of other numbers, pressing '0' more times than I can count, the 310 number worked!

MarieRose

1/14/2014 01:29:56 am

Been laid off since Nov. Finally got thru using (310) 330.5904. Was put on hold for about 15 minutes after they answered, but better than nothing at all!! Thank you all so much for help in this matter. I feel like its a miracle to have finally reached somebody. Claim was on hold b/c they never got mail that I sent. So happy to have finally got through!!!!!! Thank and good luck to all of you.

12/17/2013 12:15:05 am

714# got me thru pressed 0 like three times after the if you want to continue to hold prompt came on a sweet older lady came on then she directed me to another sweet person who helped me with everything i needed!!!!

Karl

12/19/2013 01:24:27 am

Thank you!. After trying the 800 # numerous times (always, "we are receiving more calls ....") I found this website and tried Kenny's 714 #. Got an answer right away but the woman transferred me to the 800 # ..... bitch. So I tried Kait's 310-330-5904 #. After hitting "0" a few times to continue to stay on hold, a very nice lady answered and I was put into the queue to speak to a representative. About 2 minutes later I was actually speaking to an EDD representative and we reopened my claim. Love you guys ...... thank you!!

Sieana

12/4/2013 01:51:28 am

This worked for me! Thank you soo much.

Sieana

12/4/2013 01:53:24 am

The first time the lady was rude and hung up then called again and a nice polite guy helped me through all the steps and answered all questions

jan

12/4/2013 02:55:15 am

i believe in the "pay it forward" ideal. I've came across this blog due to the frustration on contacting the EDD via the 800#. its best to get through to an edd person via the county where your documents are porcessed. i.e if your continued claim form was from San Bernardino ca., best to call their number. mines was actually from there. Ca Dept Employment Development
Contact

PO Box 19009

San Bernardino, CA 92423

(909) 799-8700

i appreciated the nice gestures the receptionists gave to me. was able to reach a live person. thanks again and do try the contact #

12/18/2013 08:13:42 am

This actually worked...Wow!!! Spoke to a very nice and helpful lady.Thank you very much!

Mike

12/23/2013 06:41:08 am

Called this number. Got right thru. Lady was very nice and cleared up an error on their part. $1800 on my way. Thanks for the help.

Connie

12/31/2013 05:26:07 am

I called this morning was transferred to Bertha. I told her I submitted my claim via TELECERT on Sunday but dIdnt receive my check like I normally do Monday night. She said everything looked ok but dIdnt know why it wasn't released . Told me she would call me after speaking with her supervisor. And 2 hours later she called me and told me I should get my money by Wednesday!!! This number does work

VannaDee

1/3/2014 03:15:58 am

I tried the 213 number kept pressing 0 until I got a busy signal that disconnected me. Tried the 714 number and that bitch was rude transferred me to the same number that we have all been calling for months. I tried the 909 number and it worked! A lady answered and transferred me to a nice lady that helped me! It is a good thing I was persistent and didn't wait because my address was wrong and my benefits were pending for no reason. If I hadn't called this number I would have never gotten anything. Thanks so much for this trick!!!

anonymous

12/4/2013 03:43:44 am

Totally worked! Thanks

Cameron

12/4/2013 03:50:30 am

I filed in Ca and tried Kenny's 714# but after hitting zero a million times i got nothing. Tried the (909)799-8700 and got someone right away!!! They ask you where would you like to be directed, i told them i just need to speak to someone about my claim. She transferred me and I spoke with a very nice and helpful woman who got me exactly what i needed. turns out my payments were on hold for weeks due to them not recieving my DD214 (for military). Noone told me i needed to send that in.She was very polite and apologized on EDD's behalf. If you are still trying to file a claim or have a million questions i wouldnt bother calling this number. She told me they deal with more on the employer's side. Thanks everyone!

Clifford E Hoitt

12/9/2013 01:48:04 am

I've been trying to reopen my ca claim for over a month & got nowhere, including emailing the EDD and giving them my phone #. I finally called the 909# and left some info & got through--Thank You!!!!

Cindy

12/10/2013 02:33:18 am

This 909 number definitely worked!! Called three times, busy tone, 4th was the charm... nice lady, got transferred && my questions were answered asap! Thanks...

Colleen

12/12/2013 05:42:50 am

It worked got an answer in like two rings, although the answer wasn't what I wanted to hear and they said my claim was paid and It ended at -96.00 that I owe them , I was impressed and thankful for the posting of this number, I asked for a print out of my history not sure if anyone else has this problem but with the computer switch over I think they messed up my claimi which they already told me was in an internal error ...... Thank you again for your help

Yessenia Canchola link

12/16/2013 01:04:05 am

Oh my goodness, they answer my call thru this numer 1-909-799-8700. They answer all my questions and they where really nice with me. Thank you for the advice

Yvette

12/16/2013 02:05:22 am

The 909 799 8700 worked for me to too!

Laura

12/27/2013 03:49:26 am

Same here. Had a follow up and they answered right away

Stef

1/28/2014 03:48:19 am

Seriously, thank you! She answered my questions in 2 minutes. Praise Santa!

Nix

1/3/2014 06:43:09 am

It Worked!!! After weeks of not getting anywhere with the 800 number I tried a few of the other numbers listed here. The 909 number was answered the first time I tried it! They transferred me a few times but each time a person promptly answered.

Aileen

1/29/2014 04:10:26 am

I'm seriously crying right now because I called this number (at 11:56am) and got through to a very compassionate EDD employee named Tim who looked over my account information, listened to me explain my situation (I filed in August and have yet to see any benefit payments), and even told me his frustrations with the new EDD computer system and what they have been going through (he works about 55-60 hours a week). He told me he was taking my account to his supervisor to discuss what they can do to get my claim forms back on track and get my payments sent to me as soon as my appeal goes through, which I filed yesterday. I am expecting a call back from him today, so fingers crossed.

lakergang187

1/30/2014 01:44:54 am

The 900 worked omg. They had a block in the system I filed the week of Thanksgiving had my interview the day after Christmas and now finally getting paid so happy ha.

thanks

12/4/2013 03:51:48 am

This worked for me, thank you! The man who answered was very nice and gave me the direct line of the person I needed to speak with.

Gustavo

12/5/2013 03:10:17 am

(909)799-8700 worked great for me. One try and got a nice lady that gave me tips and instructions and then forward me to several of her colleagues in San Bernardino until found one that was available.
The number above, #714, did not work at all. Not matter how many times you press zero.

Gustavo

12/5/2013 03:53:47 am

Update: I called again with one additional question and was again nicely forwarded to a lady that helped me, but did ask me where did I get this number and told me to not use it again and to call instead the infamous 1-800 number that nobody answers.

Kchuckta

1/13/2014 11:46:10 pm

Got right through at 745am. Very nice lady. Except I need info on FMLA not unemployment. This number is only for unemployment.

Anon.

12/5/2013 03:36:15 am

The San Bernardino number Jan mentioned is helpful for small requests and is a line for employers. Helpful, but not what I needed.

Jess S

12/6/2013 04:05:19 am

714# + 30 zeroes got me to a human who listened to my tale of woe and gave me a 909# that didn't work.

I tried the 909# above on a whim and it took me to another human who transferred me to another human named Christy. Christy fixed me up in under a minute, and now I'm all set.

It works! Thanks so much for everyone who posted and commented. I've burned through my savings waiting for this money and knew it could be fixed with a phone call. I wish it could be this easy for everyone...it took months to find this.

Happy holidays!

Amanda

12/6/2013 05:07:48 am

The 714 # worked for me! I had to call back a few times but once I got through, a lady answered and asked if I had an interview call. When I said no and explained my reasons, she was very nice and said she will make an exception this time only and proceeded to help me. I got what I needed. Thank you so much for posting this awesome trick!

ivan

12/9/2013 01:37:42 am

The 909 # work for me fast and nice lady to.

Gina Walter

12/9/2013 02:08:38 am

(909)799-8700 Worked great for me!

First time on unemployment and received my Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter, but all the fields were $0.00.
Since I worked consistently for the past 7 years, I knew that had to be wrong.

Tried calling the 800 number and several other numbers listed here for over three hours with no success. Finally tried the (909)799-8700 and someone picked up immediately. They connected me to the nicest lady named Kate who was extremelly helpful, I actually teared up just hearing a nice voice on the phone.

Jeff

1/9/2014 12:59:08 am

Hello everyone! Please, please, please use the (909)799-8700 number! I called and was connected to a man named Tim who was extremely helpful. I had not received my check yet, but he reviewed everything for me and told me not to worry and that I should be receiving everything in the mail by Monday! Don't waster your time with the 800 number. Call this one.

John

12/9/2013 04:00:13 am

Hi, I called the 909 # and got through after waiting for 5 weeks with no money. The lady was really nice and said they have been paying me for weeks now. She said Bank of America made a mistake and to call them. I did and now they are fixing the problem. Thanks for this tip, it really works!!!

Amanda

12/10/2013 01:12:57 am

Oh my goodness, I have been trying to get things figured out with EDD for 4 months. My claim was awarded on 8/11/13, and I have been working with my congressman's office to get the thing straightened out. I have played phone and email tag, I moved and couldn't update contact info, it was crazy. I called the 909 number and it worked, I talked to Kate, and they are getting me my back award from 8/11/13. Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus and her name is Kate!

Niki

12/10/2013 02:00:15 am

The 909 # listed in the comments worked like a charm they get you to someone immediatley tge 714 # no one picks up or the 310 # thanks for the help.

Nicholas

12/10/2013 03:21:46 am

Talking with the 909. Very nice lady and on hold getting everything completed. Thank you

tee

12/11/2013 12:42:54 am

the 909 number worked great thanks so much

Deborah

12/11/2013 12:55:54 am

Called the 909#....spoke with Kate....she is the best!! So friendly and helpful!!!. Got through right away and saved me hours of calling the 800#. Thanks for the tip!!!

tzipora

12/17/2013 01:59:05 am

This number worked and the woman was helpful in directing me to the correct forms I will need to file since I worked mostly out of state it's complicated.

Rich

12/11/2013 01:04:35 am

I got in and they helped with no hassle. After weeks of not getting paid she finally just fixed the problem on why they weren't paying me because because the form didn't say what they wanted. The 714# is the way to go first. Thanks Kenny.

Elicet

12/11/2013 02:17:16 am

This 909# COMPLETELY works. After calling for last 2 days about status of payment, finally spoke with a gentleman who then transferred me to my correct department and told me to calm down because he heard the relief in my voice that I finally got someone. Reassured me that he would get me to right dept, which he did, found out there was a mail error which had payment on hold, she removed the hold and I am good to go. Thanks so much for posting that number, so very much

Thank the God(s)

12/11/2013 03:46:10 am

The 909# just worked for me. She said that I had to file online first, I then told her that I tried and it was not working for me. She transferred me to someone that helped me reopen my clam. I think it has alot to do with who you get and how nice they are, I got thru to the 310# and the guy said they dont do that in his office and that I had to call the 800#, I pleaded with him to no avail.
Good Luck and Keep trying.

Totally frustrated

2/5/2014 02:19:29 am

Same experience here!!! THANK GOD SOMEONE ANSWERED. They weren't able to help but at least they answer and ARE PLEASANT :) KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK 909!

THIS IS IT!!!

12/12/2013 04:05:48 am

So this is my second time posting on here. I finally figured out the secret. When you call the infamous (909) 799-8700 a lady answers(sounds like the sae lady everytime) and asked "how would you like to be directed?" To get directed to the right place I told her i need to speak with someone about not receiving my claim forms.(even though I have been getting them) it seems to be the only way they will help you. I was transferred to a very nice lady who helped me 100%. Its kind of a luck of the draw getting someone nice and helpful though. Hope this helps. By the way. Even if you get passed the 1800 number opening message and hit the right buttons to speak to a rep. it will still tell you there are too any callers waiting at this time and it hangs up on you.. -_- smh good luck

Alida

3/11/2014 03:12:10 am

I just got through to the NICEST man ever who got me all caught up!! I should get my payment in the next 48 hours :) Thank you thank you thank you!

joe from sac

12/16/2013 01:58:23 am

Worked got transfered 2 times keep on pushing 0!!!!!!! I was told its a call back number for people with out a phone for them to call. But he helped I said "my check hasnt came to get started. Good luck took me 30 to 45 minutes and about 50 "0's"

A Happy Unemployed Dude link

12/16/2013 02:07:51 am

Guys, do not waste your time or energy on the dumb 800 number. Try 909-799-8700 it worked on the first try (called at 9:30am) and spoke to a wonderful person named Nicole. She assisted me with great service and I hope you all could get the chance to deal with her because she is really great. Hope this helps you guys, I know it is tough right now. Stay Strong! God bless you all and have a Merry Christmas!

Rosa

12/16/2013 03:12:53 am

I'm paying it forward guys and letting you know that the 909 number works!!!

Robert

12/16/2013 10:27:31 am

OMG I called the 1-800 over and over one day I called 125 times straight and nothing. So I saw this website and called that number and got through to a operator in less than 3 minutes and was able to talk to a woman that was more helpful than anybody I ever talked too on the 800 number . Thank you.

Tasha

12/17/2013 01:33:28 am

If you live inNorthern California like I do you know it's almost impossible to get a person calling the 800 number. I finally got through but it was by calling direct to 408-436-5603. I was transferred a couple of times but I finally got through to Laura who was able to tell me why I hadn't received a payment in a month and she's getting that corrected today. I should receive a payment between today and Thursday.

Jennifer

2/26/2014 03:50:47 am

I tried the 408 number, as it is local for me. Called between 10am and 11am. It took two calls. They tell you your claim isn't in their office, but they do transfer you to the cue. The first time I was transferred, it rang for 30 minutes and then dropped to no-man's land. But the second time I called, I was transferred, rerouted to the operator, transferred again, and then it only rang for 3 minutes before I spoke to the correct person. Singin' the hallelujahs! Thanks everyone!

Roobz link

4/7/2020 07:31:07 pm

This 408 number worked for me in the middle of the Coronavirus pandemic. They could not help me, but were able to arrange a call back. The call back happened on the same day, and an incredibly nice fella named Ben was able to get me all set up. It's a purgatory, a crazy-maker with all the calling and getting nowhere. It's been three weeks. Very grateful for this info. Don't give up folks, you'll get there. :)

Kim link

12/17/2013 01:37:11 am

This really did work thank you sooooo much and the lady that helped me was very kind and answered all my questions

Kate

12/17/2013 01:42:07 am

The 909 number worked, thank you guys so mucyh, this saved my life!!

Briana

12/17/2013 03:09:46 am

Go with the 909 number! Tell them you need to speak with someone about getting your claim form.

Greg

12/17/2013 03:49:29 am

909 guy is redirecting me to voice mail every time. Stupid Chad.

Tressa

12/17/2013 05:20:59 am

It worked!

Lisa

12/18/2013 12:08:34 am

This totally works guys!! The 909 number
Is great!!
Thank very much

Amber

12/18/2013 01:48:00 am

The 909 # worked for me also. Chad answered and I just said I needed help with my claim and he transferred me to Yvonne who was very nice. She did say she is was a help center for Employers only and she was limited on what she could see and help me with. But she still took the time to look up my info. Basically said because of the stupid EDD computer "upgrade" that my account was just sitting in LIMBO. She said she would submit a form to red flag my claim so somebody would pay attention to it! She said it was a process and would take time, and I most likely won't get paid before xmas but at least someone is doing something now. Grateful for this number thank you!!

D.J.

12/18/2013 01:51:25 am

The 909 number worked so incredibly well. I spoke to a woman named Nicole who was not only friendly but answered every question I had and got my problem resolved. So happy right now!

brandon link

12/18/2013 01:58:21 am

Got through to 909, however I am filing my first initial claim and she told me to call the 800 number...any other suggestions?

Jim

12/18/2013 02:57:34 am

The 714 number worked. I tried the 800 number for a week.

WOW

Chris

12/18/2013 06:57:32 am

909 number worked for me as well. I have been trying for 2 weeks to reach someone every day on 1-800 number. What a joke-even if you get thru to the option of speaking with a rep they ask to input your Soc # wait for transfer for a rep and then tell you no one available then hangs up. What a disgrace. Thank you for the kind person whom helped me at the 900 number even though not her dept she took the time to listen and assist the best she can.

Brenda

12/19/2013 12:44:27 am

The 909 # work for me fast and nice lady to.

so happy

12/19/2013 02:14:14 am

The 714 number worked! I got through to someone super fast...the operator scolded me for using this number but transferred me to a nice lady who resolved my issue quickly. Thanks guys! The 1800 number is BS, disgraceful.

Dave

12/19/2013 03:30:38 am

Nicole is the best thing that happened to EDD

She is. Super nice I wana marry her

Eve Rodriguez

12/20/2013 01:20:45 am

The 714 number worked for me today! I was scolded by the operator for using the number, but she put me through to someone who fixed my problem.

Bill

12/20/2013 03:38:38 am

Thank you!! Thank you for caring about others who are struggling that need answers. Greatly appreciated!

Kim

12/20/2013 03:46:52 am

Thank you tried 714 number and 909 they both worked

George

12/21/2013 07:01:55 am

I tried the 909 number and it was answered on the second ring. Told the guy I needed help with my first Federal extension and he transferred me to a person who was extremely helpful. She approved my WebCert filing and set me up so the rest of my claim would go smoothly. I never call the 800 number; just do a Google search for this kind of info...Thanks to all!

B link

12/23/2013 12:11:08 am

Just a big thanks to this site and the 909 number. I had a paperwork issue and it took 5 minutes to resolve and now Im back on the right track. Thanks again. A Christmas miracle!

Vicki

12/23/2013 02:01:42 am

The 714# worked for me after a few tries. 12/23/13 @ 10:00am

nicole

12/23/2013 02:54:15 am

I pray you all get your claims handled and have a merry Christmas! We really do care! XOXO

Jobless Dude

12/23/2013 03:00:02 am

This site rocks, you guys are the best! The 909 799 8700 worked like a charm for me!

Happy! Happy!

12/26/2013 01:35:52 am

Called the 714# got a live person. She took my social # transferred me to the right department waited 30 seconds and got a real person that helped me. Guess I got lucky and talked to the nice people. Thank you Kenny. You rock

Brian

12/26/2013 04:36:30 am

Get through a few weeks ago using the 714 number. It took me a few tries and maybe 10 min worth of calling back but I got through. Best of luck to all out there with their claims.

Lan

12/27/2013 12:23:18 am

THANK YOU SOOO MUCH! #ACTS OF KINDNESS! Called and on the FIRST TRY and GOT THROUGH! The reps that I dealt with handle my issues professionalism and understanding! After weeks of busy messages and frustration with the 800-300-5616! I should have looked this up a long time AGO! Thanks to the people for sharing!

Elena

12/27/2013 02:03:38 am

The 909 799 8700 number was very very helpful

Charlie

12/27/2013 03:29:10 am

After trying for days to get through (the definition of insanity) I did a search and found this link. I called the 909 799 8700 number and had to press 0 to continue waiting for an operator who took my call and connected me to a real person who was able to route my call to the correct department. I would happily email if I was provided a real address that would provide me with actual communications that the EDD required of me to continue my claim.

I hope the EDD reads this as they need to provide another method of communication when they require the claimant to communicate with them and the phone number provided is overloaded and will not work.

EDD please fix this problem.

Thank you

Charlie

12/27/2013 03:42:45 am

Edit to my comments.... somehow I posted the wrong number it should be (714) 687-4400. Please use this number it works!

Marie

1/7/2014 12:32:33 am

714 # worked for me today. Lady that answered said I need to call 800# but would help me this time-I got transferred.eas only in hold less than 1min. Finally. Thanks

Mari

12/27/2013 03:34:32 am

this works, i called once a nice lady transferred me to a guy , the secret is be polite and as nice as you can , the guy said he cant see the error on the form i sent , but i told him i sent a second form with my last income so he transferred me to the interviewer who said she doesn't take care of the forms but will transfer me to the one who does and she did and Maria the last lady took care of it . Again just be patient and polite - they react positively to that :)

Teresa

12/30/2013 12:54:36 am

Lady scolded me for calling being that this is a non public number. Said she would get me through. Gave her my social and she said, "you don't even belong to this office but I will get you through this time." she transferred me and hung up on me.

Bella

12/30/2013 03:09:43 am

They did the exact thing to me…. in a very rude manner!

Teresa

12/30/2013 01:01:13 am

I called the 909-799-8700 # and the lady transferred me to Christy. She was very helpful thanks!

Jessica from Redlands link

12/30/2013 02:02:43 am

The 909 number worked!!!! My information was reviewed and process the same day..... Check is on it's way ......WOOHOO!!

Melissa

12/30/2013 02:23:43 am

i tried the 714 + 310 numbers for about an hour (pressing "0" every 6 rings on two phones) then I tried the 909 number and got through right away! The receptionist was awesome and kept trying different people until she found one that could help me - the famous Christy! Christy was fantastic and ironed out every problem I had. Today is Monday, Christy said if I don't have my money by Thursday, to call her back! I just hope the EDD can acknowledge a great worker some way.
Good luck everyone & Happy New Year!
M

Ryan

12/30/2013 03:20:53 am

909 WORKED!

After a month of daily redialing the 800 number and getting no where this worked first time and the lady was super nice and helpful.

Stephanie C

1/3/2014 01:29:38 am

Worked for me!
Called the 714 number and for the 2nd try, I got a nice person who looked at my ss and transferred me to the branch who handled my account. Then I was able to get my issues fixed right away!
This is soo awesome!

duane

1/3/2014 06:51:40 am

I called today and got through right away. I called at 2:35pm and a nice lady asked for my social and then transferred me to the correct Dept. The new Rep on the line was a guy who actually took care of getting my claim form resolved and I will be getting new claims next week to bring me up to date. Everyone in the office was nice an answered all questions. Thanks

Matthew

1/6/2014 12:21:47 am

This number totally worked! I had to hit zero a couple of times, but was finally connected to someone who then connected me to another person who helped me take care of my problem. Thank you so much for sharing this info.

jessica

1/6/2014 02:01:53 am

The 909 number worked! They transferred me, but the representative didn't answer, so i left a message. She called me back in about 20 minutes! She helped me with everything i needed!

Mark

1/7/2014 02:27:25 am

The 909 number worked for me! Someone answered right away and transferred me to a very nice lady who was able to answer all of my questions.

Jennifer

1/7/2014 02:43:37 am

called Kenny's 714 # and had to press 0 to stay on hold just 3 times before getting a real person on the line. Very nice, transferred me to another human who was also very nice, who transferred me to her less nice supervisor, "Carol", but she at least did her job efficiently and cleared up the glitch in my application left by "Lena", with whom I had a telephone interview over 4 weeks ago and she apparently hadn't completed the application to where the debit card could be mailed. So, my card should come in 5 days and the continued claim forms should resume. After hours of calling the EDD 800# day after day, I finally have hope. Thanks KENNY!!!

1/7/2014 03:44:57 am

THE 714 NUMBER WORKED! THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH! MY FUNDS WILL BE AVAILABLE BY TOMORROW!

jeff

1/7/2014 07:05:09 am

909 799 8700 defenately works. called at 3pm.she answered right away ,got transferred and case solved within minutes

shawny r.

1/7/2014 07:55:18 am

WOW!! what a BLESSING to get an awesomely helpful person to answer the phone on the 3rd ring!!!!! (909) 799-8700 totally worked. Spoke with Joanna, and she did tell me that this is not a call center but she was more than willing to help me regardless!! Praise God!!

Nigel

1/8/2014 06:57:38 am

THESE NUMBERS ARE ALL FOR THE EDD UNEMPLOYMENT OFFICE SECTION. NOT THE SDI DISABILITY SIDE.

Jazmine

1/9/2014 03:07:33 am

Thank you so much! Took a few attempts but got through with the 714 number.

1/9/2014 06:40:00 am

Just to let you know that the 909 number works. They are very helpful over there. Talked to the operator first (nice lady) who tried to help me, and then she forwarded me to Nicole who is a blessing to the unemployed just looking for help. Kudos to that part of the department.

Pat

1/10/2014 07:15:22 am

The 800 number is a joke, 300 calls later, including 1/2 of them using the employer option, I gave up.

The 714 Number refused to help me saying they can't open claims there. On The 310 number, after waiting 40 minutes, a woman answered and told me I was in an "adjuster's queue" and would be next. However when she connected me it went straight to his voice mail and I left a name and number. He still hasn't called back.

HOWEVER; the 909 number worked!!!! I called and a receptionist told me everyone was busy and she couldn't help me, after talking to her I asked to hold and she told me to call back after 1:00pm. I did and Viola! A woman named Gaby helped me re-open my claim and even called me back when she said it was going to take her a few minutes to do. She was great and I got it done after THREE WEEKS of trying. UGH! Thanks so Much for the help here.

tfc

1/11/2014 09:46:27 am

(909) 799-8700 this number WORKED!!!!

dale

1/13/2014 12:19:53 am

omg omg thank you to all all. im am dancing a jig. bless all

grateful

1/13/2014 12:42:08 am

The 714 works. You may be asked if you got an appointment, just lie and say yes and they will patch you through an edd agent. Got my funds released on that call after days on the 1 800#.

Zack

1/14/2014 12:35:11 am

I tried the 800 numbers since 12/01 starting at 0800 every single day and was unable to get through. I was willing to go into the office if needed to apply in person if it got me what I needed, but I couldn't find a location or anything that said it was even possible to apply in person. I tried this number and it WORKED as of 1/14/2014!

She told me that they don't file new claims, however if I had a claim she could help me with it. She also gave me an address of a location so I could go apply in person and told me what to tell the people when I got there since the 800 numbers don't work.

THANK YOU!!!! I never thought any of this was going to work.

Ryan

1/14/2014 03:16:56 am

Tried this one today and really pissed the person off.... she wanted to know how I got the number.... guess ill try again later and focus on being polite from the get go. good luck out there.

Amy

1/15/2014 03:34:10 am

I got through the first time! Call (909)799-8700. Didn't get the answer I was hoping for, but I did get through to an actual person.

City

1/15/2014 06:43:58 am

After fighting with unemployment for 4 months, I finally got a revised award letter. Since then, I've received nothing. Over the span of two days, I've tied 150 times to call, and have sent emails twice this month to no avail. I just got off the phone with Katherine at the 909 number, and she found out all that's needed is my paperwork to be signed off by a manager and released! So she sent a message over to have that done, and released my claim forms to me! Woo hoo!! So GLAD someone posted this number to this site!!!!

Todd link

1/17/2014 02:35:15 am

(909)799-8700 amazing, mind you this is not a call center so they have limited access to information (i.e. they are still learning the new system put in place back in September, most people can remember that). She was very polite, engaged in conversation provided the info i was asking etc. Thanks for the help !

Vince

1/17/2014 04:31:17 am

Yes this work. I never received my award letter. Some lady over phone told me what my award was and now I am able to to do web cert. so now I'm just waiting for my card. Thanks!

Julien

1/23/2014 01:43:56 am

Yessssssssss very fuckin rude but I did get through immediately...

Enlightenment0311

1/23/2014 02:23:35 am

Thank you-it work

Pon

1/23/2014 03:29:26 am

909# worked for me!! A guy picked up right away and I told him I needed help with my claim and he transferred me to Nicole who helped me out with my question. None of the other methods worked. 800# always hung up, 310# I pressed 0 over 15 times and it just hung up and the Vietnamese line didn't work as well. I never post in forums but after going through the frustration of not reaching a live person I thought this might help those who feel the same. Good luck!!

Catherine

1/23/2014 03:36:07 am

My husband needed to correct his filing date, but couldn't get through to EDD. When I found the 909 number for him, he called and reached a very knowledgeable, respectful, understanding EDD employee (who shares my name:)) who was able to help him. My husband is so relieved and can focus on his work search. We are grateful to her and to Kenny for posting this number.

Geezy

1/23/2014 04:04:45 am

I used this number, a gentleman picked up the call and I
asked if he could help me some questions about an EDD claim. He then redirected my call to a young lady that was very nice and helpful with assisting me w my problems .Thank you very much. THIS REALLY WORKS (909)799-8700

Susan

1/23/2014 06:41:13 am

THANK YOU! I got a live person at the 714 number. I was transferred to an 800 number, had to press 0 several times, got a live person who transferred me to an adjuster. I am to have an interview to restart my benefits.

Jane

1/24/2014 01:34:00 am

Yes!! The 909# works indeed!! So helpful!! Got through on the first try, a very helpful and friendly man answered all my questions. Thank you so much for posting this #! The 714# gets you through to a rep. However, it isn't the unemployment office. A irritated lady answers asking where I got this number. Answered one question but she said "I'm not sure, call the 800 #."

Emma

1/24/2014 09:35:13 am

I was trying to call all these numbers but I seen a 909 number I call it and they actually helped me with my payment I finally talk to a person the lady was really nice and answer all my questions

Remy

1/27/2014 12:58:09 am

Yes! got thru on the 909#. The women was nice but asked me how I got the number and I said someone gave it to me because I can't get thru on the 800# she then transferred me and I was on hold for a few minutes, then Christy helped me out. Thank you!

BruceThaDog link

1/28/2014 12:36:34 am

I can concur that the (909)799-8700 does indeed work! It did auto-hang-up on me about 6 times, but once someone answered, he was very friendly and connected me to someone that was able to answer my questions! After dialing the 800 number thousands of times (631 times in one day on one occasion) and NEVER ONCE getting through to someone, this is just heaven.

Sarah

1/28/2014 01:03:23 am

the 714 # does not work and I would be extremely cautious about calling these "special" numbers that are offered on the internet.
Here is my experience:
1. I called the #
2. An automated message (woman's voice) said "thank you for calling EDD; our operators are busy; press 0 to continue waiting."
3. After pressing 0 a few times, a young woman answered the phone with "Hello?" Then a man who was also trying to get through to EDD began asking her questions and offered his entire social security # to her. The woman was obviously confused and did not work for EDD, so she hung up on him. Somehow, I was able to overhear this entire conversation, but they could not hear me.

frustrated

1/28/2014 02:49:17 am

714 worked. be polite explained scenario. and was transferred to some that could assist. NICE!

OverlyFrustrated

1/28/2014 02:53:13 am

Beautiful! Worked for me.
Keep pressing zero...it may take a few minutes, but they will pick up.
SOO MUCH BETTER than the 800 number where you end up at a dead end and are forced to hang up and start over.

Have a pleasant attitude from the second you say "Hello, and thanks for answering my call..."

These people deal with LOTS of frustrated and unpleasant individuals, so if you're the nice person of the morning, they will treat you nice as well.

Erick

1/29/2014 02:56:28 am

714 worked for me. I was transferred twice but finally got connected to the right person. He corrected my claim and I'll be able to collect again! I'm a happy camper!

Likesaid

1/29/2014 05:49:45 am

909 number extremely helpful

Lisa

1/30/2014 05:09:39 am

It worked! I called the 714 number and they gave me another 619-525-4101 to call if I was disconnected. It took a while of hitting 0's and about 40 minutes of trying, but I did get through and everyone was really cool and I got my issue resolved!!! Thank you Kenny, you are a Rock Star!! Beats calling the 800 UI number and not getting anything for days.

ANAHEIM, CA

1/31/2014 02:22:06 am

I have used this number several times in December 2013 and now in January 2014. It's hit or miss really. Depends on who answers the phone. Some reps get mad you called that number, some transfer you immediately to the appropriate field office according to your social sec number. Also depending on the rep you are transferred to, you may or may not get treated like a human being. If you ask too many questions on a complicated claim they transfer you into the 800 number that hangs up on you. I finally was transferred to the Sacramento office on the 5th call I made. The amazing rep I spoke to handled everything and submitted my payment right away. Then proceeded to tell me how incompetent the Inglewood office was and they were now having to correct Inglewood mistakes they are making on peoples claims. Inglewood reps 3 separate times made mistakes on my claims holding up payment for weeks at a time and the Sacramento office seems to be correcting the mistakes, actually handling issues instead of hanging up on you , being rude, or transferring you into the 800 system. INGLEWOOD REPS SHOULD BE FIRED, per your Sacramento office and per me as well! So glad I found this number or id still be waiting on money from 6 months ago!

PI SS ED! OFF!

1/31/2014 02:32:02 am

Just pathetic we all call the same numbers and all have different results. That's why the system is so screwed up. I can call the same number in the same day and be told something different each time. I am nice and not rude. They are the rude ones. If I don't like what one person is telling me, I now hang up on them and call the number again and get someone new. Some of these people screw with you. I was awarded 450 a week and got checks, then an idiot rep changed something and my payments went to 188 a week. Then had to contact someone else that wanted me to fax my fax my paystubs for proof. I knew that was BS. So I hung up on her, called again and got my check adjusted back to the original 450 a week without having to fax anything. RIDICULOUS! It cant be that damn hard to run that system! AND maybe... just maybe. you should increase the hours the employees work so you can get the s@%t together and the new system down pat then go back to the fours a day. So stupid they are trying to do all of these things on a four hour day while the rest of us lose homes and cars and lives! Years ago EDD worked like clockwork. Now they are a bunch of morons that hate their own jobs and cant pay bills so why do they care of we have money to pay bills! THEY DONT!!

Angie

1/31/2014 05:41:35 am

I cannot agree with you more. I am going to try this Monday and see if it works..

1/31/2014 02:38:26 am

909 did not work for me. a guy answered and transferred me to a place that just says "please leave a message" WHO AM I LEAVING THE MESSAGE WITH? The 714 number worked for me today and after getting through to three different people. I am still waiting with hold music but at least they are progressing. They were quite rude though.

I WON MY APPEAL!!!

1/31/2014 02:48:10 am

I won my appeal! I appealed a year late! I can't believe I won!! WHOOT!! It can be done! - now I am trying to get in touch with someone that will send me my damn money already. I really wanted to complain about the interviewer I had. They ask you questions then hang up and you never know what the result is or what happens. and more waiting and waiting. Geeeeees!!! people! Anyway, you can win an appeal and a late appeal at that WHOOT!!

EMAILS ARE NOT RESPONDED too!!

1/31/2014 02:51:53 am

I have sent at least 10 emails to EDD since October. I have to this day only gotten one response , which was useless and said my issue had already be resolved. WHICH IT HAD NOT!! Duh. Thanks for this site. The 714 number worked for me!!

Kevin

1/31/2014 05:17:35 am

These numbers do get you through to a person, but they are now wise to this website. The guy I talked to was polite and transferred me, but he did mention that these numbers were not supposed to be used and that they had been reported online (in other words, they're not happy). The guy transferred me to a main line (where you continually press '0' to get someone). It transferred me to the wrong office (I needed LA) and I am still getting nowhere.

Dorian

2/4/2014 02:29:53 am

Worked like a charm for me!

HAPPY CAMPER I want to share

2/5/2014 02:19:33 am

OK FOLKS, In a nutshell...AVOID all calling on Mondays. Its useless! Why the hell do they keep advertising the 800 number since it clearly doesn't work at all anymore! Why do they say to email when they clearly do not respond ? I DONT GET IT!

so.. the 909 number is an EMPLOYER number and they cant really help with claimants. The 714-687-4400 number is the OVERPAYMENT department and they are upset half the time you call, but it will get you transferred to who you need. This number is key in getting you where you want to be! When you call the 714 number they will answer with in a few minutes, ten minutes max.. then they will ask your social # and then transfer you to your correct department handling your claim. If you are able to get a sentence out before they hang up be sure to ask for the number directly so you don't have to keep calling them to be transferred. That's what I did. I received the following number 310-330-5803. I then called it and GOD BLESS I got through with in ten minutes. I needed an Appeal Specialist since I won my case and never heard back from the EDD for over a month. That lady at the 310 # transferred me to the Appeal specialist. At first it was a voice mail and so I hung up and called the 310 number back again.. and again she transferred me to the Appeal Specialist. This time the lady answered on the first ring. She then found my claim and released my back payments and today 24 hrs later..my debit card now has $3,000.00. She also saw that my newest claim form had not been paid due to the computer not being able to read the address ( I work part time and I fill in the employer part) So she magically went to a manager and manually released the payment. So I am a HAPPY CAMPER and that's just what we are going to do for Valentines weekend. We are going to Joshua Tree to camp! WHoot WHoot. I am now up to date. I hope I do not have to ever dial these numbers again, until of course the computer cant read the claim form again.. LOL. Follow my advice . it works. I see people that won appeals back in November and December and they still have not been paid. Some blame Deloitte software. I blame the claimant for not taking the serious amount of time and effort to figure it out. Think of it as a job just to get EDD to follow through.! Now my claim will end in August of 2014 and I really hope I get more work or the extensions come back or else Im bailing on California and moving to another state. Im so over California for many many reasons and ive lived here 30 years! Just keep calling until you get what you want. If the people hang up, call back. There are usually different people that answer from time to time so who cares if they get mad. If they would help you wouldn't have to keep calling. Good Luck. Im off to buy a new sleeping bag!

EDD Audits Department

7/11/2014 05:44:49 am

If you are collecting unemployment insurance, you should be using the money and time it awards you to search for suitable full-time employment, not to buy sleeping bags and go camping.

love this blog and love people sharing info TY

2/5/2014 02:28:08 am

love all of you for your input. So very very very helpful. I wont lose my apartment since I found this blog! I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to give helpful info!! Cheers!

Laura link

2/5/2014 03:43:16 am

Live in San Diego. Tried calling the 714 number and " the call cannot be completed as dialed"...called 909 # and they said I had wrong number.... 310 # just a busy signal. Spoke with someone in my State Assembly District office who listened patiently hrough my tears and frustration and said the EDD has 6 people answering all those calls! He took my information and is sending it on urgent status to EDD (about to be evicted) he said it might take 5 days for someone to call me back. He was even nice enough to send me an email with his info for follow up. Had my telephone interview on 1/21/14 and the call was disconnected on their part. I've been calling 800 # over 150 times daily and sent numerous emails.....hope this works. If anyone has cheat sheet numbers for San Diego area please pass them along....good luck everyone!

2/7/2014 04:31:52 am

dial a 1 before 714. it does work. worked for all of us. dial slowly. doesn't matter if you live in Egypt. The number works.

David Webb (Bourne)

2/7/2014 01:14:45 am

Still working as of 2-7-2014 Hold for 3 mins and hold again to someone who helped me for about 5 mins.

Sarah M

2/7/2014 01:16:06 am

THIS NUMBER WORKED!!!!!!!!! Only had to push "0" once!!! I love you!!!! Lol

Tracy

2/7/2014 01:24:38 am

TO ALL WHO NEED HELP****The 714-687-4400 number DOES indeed work and I just got off the phone with a very nice woman who answered all of my questions and took her time with me. I must say that I had to call a few times because the first attempt, after getting a live person within just 3 minutes, ended up putting me back at the initial recording and after pressing 0 a few times I ended up getting a busy signal. On the 2nd attempt is where I got another live person in just 2 minutes and she is the one I mentioned above. WTF is going on with that 800 # because IT DOES NOT WORK ANYMORE!!!

To anyone who says the number doesn't work for them, try putting a "1" in front of the 714 because it truly does work and I am proof of that.

siri

2/11/2014 01:19:17 am

1st trial of 714 a lady picked up and transferred me to the standard 1800 non working number with directions saying" when you hear welcome to edd press, 1,6,7..." which never worked for me.
2nd trial of 714 another lady picked right away and helped me on how to proceed with the miss identity issue that i have been dealing.

Sam link

7/24/2018 02:54:23 pm

does this 714 # work if you live in Los Angeles county? so far tried all numbers on this blog and no one can help me.

Joni

2/11/2014 01:41:52 am

This # totally worked!!! Was able to get hold of a live person who was very nice and gave me all the information that I needed with regards to my claim.

Austine Castro

2/11/2014 03:41:24 am

AGAIN I NEVER LEAVE COMMENTS BUT HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET THROUGH FOR DAYS FIRST TRY ON THE 714 NUMBER AND I GOT SOMEONE VERY HELPFUL! AGAIN BE POLITE AND YOU WILL GET HELP :)

Cut Straight Thru!

2/12/2014 12:38:56 am

I'm on hold as i write this, but at least im in the system waiting for a person. It works great!. They may transfer you until you get to the right person, but so far it works well. Mine is about an Overpayment so i'm on hold for that department.

Michelle

2/12/2014 02:28:17 am

pressed 0 twice and got a live person! thank you soOoo much!!

Annonymous

2/12/2014 02:50:45 am

IT WORKED!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!

Daniel

2/12/2014 05:36:17 am

This worked !!! Thank you soooo much !!!! Picked up on the first try call.

Annonymous

2/13/2014 01:45:05 am

This worked. No scam, it totally works...thank you

laura

2/14/2014 02:25:54 am

hola

laura

2/14/2014 02:34:24 am

im so grateful with you guys ,I was calling the 800 #s for weeks , noting,,, till I came yesterday to this site and you all giving info to reach a representative,,,,,,,,,,,, turn out that my telecert was a wrong answer that's why I haven't received my checks,,, good luck to you all,,///////////////////,,#909-799-8700//////////////////// san Bernardino county....

maria

2/18/2014 03:13:42 am

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.

juan link

2/19/2014 01:53:13 am

I used the 714 number and got through!!! after two weeks!! thanks to the genius who posted that number you sir are a silver bullet!!

tony

2/19/2014 02:46:24 am

Totally worked, got through in 5 mins. Must have been a good day.

Junebugg

2/19/2014 08:26:06 am

OMG. WOW!!!! the 909 number worked perfectly. A nice lady told me I had reached the unemployment dept (I wanted Disability) but she patiently listened and gave me the info I needed.

Ross

2/24/2014 01:34:17 am

This actually worked. I just tried it and got an answer in less than a minute after trying to call EDD for a week.

dan

2/24/2014 01:51:06 am

Still Works, and fast too. BE NICE!!! they are

Marti

2/25/2014 03:46:24 am

WOW!!! The 909 number still works. I spoke to a very nice and helpful person named Katherine. She answered all my questions!!

BTW... the 714 number no longer works.

Danny

2/26/2014 03:34:23 am

DI tried a couple of other tricks in the book before this one none of them worked for me.undoubtedly this one did a woman answered and helped me generously connected me directly to edd i couldve sworn she whispered something like dont tell anybody bout this secret.lmao..

Tim L

2/27/2014 02:22:17 am

Wow, the number 909-799-8700 worked wonderfully. After 2-weeks of trying unsuccessfully everyday to connect to a person with the 800#, with this 909 number I was able to speak with a person immediately, betransfered in 1-minute, and 5-minutes later with another human get my issues completely resolved! My issue is that after filing a new complain I made mistakes on the first continued claim and then the replacement claim. If I hadn't reached EDD by a certain date my claim would have been closed completely and I'd have to refile. Thankfully the gentleman I spoke to instantly corrected the mistake on my claim, initiated payment, and is mailing me the continued claim forms that have been backlogged waiting for a resolution. Use this number, it works! 909-799-8700

Britt

2/27/2014 02:59:35 am

This worked, guy that answered was rude but sent me to the right department.

Christie

2/27/2014 03:07:43 am

OMG it does work!!! Thank you so much to the person(s) who shared this phone number with the rest of us!! And thank you to the lovely lady I spoke with on the phone. Hopefully my payment won't have any more issues. I haven't received any payments since filing my claim on 1/19/14 and couldn't get through to anyone. So thank you!!!!

3/3/2014 01:26:47 am

I called the 916 number this morning, and a very helpful gentleman said I was calling the wrong number, it was not for public use… but he transferred me to another number and after holding for 5 minutes or so (hitting that 0 several times), I got a super nice lady who fixed my issue right away! Yay!!!!!

3/4/2014 01:47:34 am

This number actually worked! Got someone on the first try! Thank you to the one that gave us this tip! Cheers!

Tracy

3/6/2014 01:37:50 am

This TOTALLY worked on 3/6/14- called the 714 number- they transferred me to the right department and the lady was very nice & very helpful! Be polite & respectful!!

Kate

3/17/2014 05:39:33 am

Tried the 909 number today and was transferred (after a silent three minutes) to someone who helped me get my claim form reissued.

Worked great!

glenn

3/20/2014 04:55:54 am

that # is to overpayments. nothing to do with unemployment compensation

Amber

4/21/2014 05:08:32 am

I called to find out why I didn't receive my payment. They said I missed a question on the last survey and was able to take my survey answer on the phone and said to expect payment within 48 hours.

So, it did help for my unemployment compensation.

Amber

4/21/2014 05:06:13 am

It worked! Much appreciated, thank you :-)

Priscilla Harris

5/6/2014 03:45:55 am

It works!! It works!! It works!! --- BUT...the lady who answered (after I hit zero twice) said that she had been instructed to tell those calling to dial the 800 number, but after I voiced my frustration with getting through that number - very nicely - she got someone on the line who answered all my question and was an absolute peach!!!

California King

5/7/2014 02:39:46 am

I never post anything on anything, but I have to say that this number was absolutely amazing! After many days of spending an hour or 2 calling the 800 number and getting the annoying "hang-up-in-your-ace" message, I am so relieved to find this number. I got through to a person after pressing 0 just a few times, and they transferred me around a bit, but everyone was extremely helpful. I hadn't had a payment come in for nearly a month, and they told me that they were glad that I called as my payment was held up due to a clerical error that would not have been found for very long time had I not called. Im getting all my back pay in 2 days! Thanks Kenny and everyone else!

Susan

5/7/2014 03:14:17 am

I just got off the phone with a man at the 909 number. Unbelievable, This man was an absolute joy to speak with. I am still in shock. It took me less then 2 minutes to get him. He solved all my problems in a matter of 10 minutes. You can wait until there is no unemployment left in the system to get someone on the 800 number. They should be ashamed of themselves. He told me that unemployment is very pleased that the percentage of helping people went from 17% to 30 %. Not sure what pleases them about that. He didn't either. Those employees are on the same page as we are. Frustrated.

William Minick

5/14/2014 03:45:25 am

I am overjoyed. Gotta send some pay stubs in, but expect matter resolved. Very nice lady could not be more helpful.

Eliot G

5/20/2014 03:24:03 am

WORKS. Thank you, and thank Al Gore for creating the internet machine :)

Deborah

5/21/2014 08:58:40 am

I could not get through with the 800 number at all!! Called the 799 number and got through and got my info!! Thank you soooo much!!

Shel

5/22/2014 01:50:19 am

Thank God, this really works. I have been trying for days, calling from overseas, and finally got through. I began with the 909 number, which is for unemployment insurance, and is in San Bernardino. Although my problem deals with disability, the lady that answered was very helpful, and told me that I could call another number, which not only got me through to a live person, but he completely resolved the problem. The number to call for disability is 909-388-7695. Please don't abuse this number, and treat them nicely, as these folks really will work to resolve your problem.

Saba

5/28/2014 02:04:18 am

OMG the 900 number worked. A very nice man went over the forms with me when I thought there were mistakes made and he made me feel so much better! I was super panicked there was a mistake that would cause a denial of benefits. Phew! This WORKS! THANK YOU!

stephanie

5/28/2014 05:51:03 am

OMG I am tearing up,, humans do exist in EDD,,909 is the way to go,, but people lets not abuse this privledged knowledge we have been blessed with,,This is truly more valuble then my boyfriends afternoon quicky on Tuesdays,,and let me tell you,,,thats very important

Steve

5/30/2014 03:39:50 am

This # worked! I got a lady in the benefits payback department, gave me some info who to talk to and transferred me to the main line. I had to press "0" and it rang a few time before I got another lady that transferred me to the right department. The man answered all my questions. God bless you man for providing this #....

KELLY

6/10/2014 02:07:08 am

714 # is only for overpayments and they will rudely hang up on you or transfer you to the 800# The 909# WORKS! Very polite operator transferred me to Maria. Told her my story and she needed a supervisor to fix it in the system. I waited almost in tears for 10 minutes in silent on hold and then.....SHE CAME BACK and fixed the issue! Happy Day!!!!

Mei

6/13/2014 01:50:03 am

I tried the (909) number & I can vouch that it works. I got through in one try thankfully.

Derrick

6/23/2014 03:01:28 am

Got through to the 714 number - unfortunately - there is currently no Federal extension available :-(

WHERE IS MY MONEY

6/30/2014 02:12:41 am

Called the 3103305904 number. The guy was a little head strong at first but i just kept saying "sir", "please", "thank you" and not cutting him off mid sententance even when he was in error. He found the issue and I should have 3 wks of back pay in 10 days. Thanks for sharing the various numbers. OMG this was scary, the 800 number is a joke and a deterent that causes frustration.

dirty Sanchez

7/1/2014 01:43:01 am

I tried 800 # 3 weeks straight from beginning to end, never got through. Their this method today 7/1/14 worked I'm less then 5min. Hell yeah! Thanx.

Raissa patton

7/2/2014 02:09:10 am

Me too three weeks and after this number I was right on with a wonderful employee!!!!

lynn

7/2/2014 03:39:26 am

The 909 number works! A man answered and transferred me to a nice lady who was very helpful! Thank u!!!!

Eve W. link

7/8/2014 02:21:53 am

I got right through after hitting "0" twice less than a minute. The person that answered stated that I'm supposed to call the 800# to get info but that he would help me. Thank you so much Alisa for this # you have help 100's of 1000's of people! :-)

Christi

7/8/2014 03:21:10 am

THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!! I've been calling hundreds of times a day for over a month now without getting through. I was seriously beginning to think EDD had been closed down and had just left the phone lines up to avoid dealing with the ensuing panic as long as possible.

Tim

7/12/2014 01:17:09 am

Thank you!!

Sue

7/14/2014 02:33:32 am

The 909# worked today 7/14/14. The lady picked up almost immediately and then transferred me. she even stayed on the phone with me until the line was picked up by the person she transferred me to. Of course the representative had an attitude, but at least I got through. Thanks so much for posting this information!!!

Nessa

7/15/2014 05:28:56 am

Called the (909) number this morning and got right through!

ford

7/22/2014 01:18:22 am

THIS # REALLY WORKS I GOT THROUGH RIGHT AWAY

Jessica

7/22/2014 03:30:09 am

Totally worked! Just kept pressing 0 and the operator sent me to a person I needed to talk to immediately! AWESOME!!

Heleen K

7/23/2014 04:36:45 am

It worked so fast, I was dubfounded when a real person started to talk to me. I couldnt answer for a second :) Thank you!

Jonathan

7/28/2014 01:33:17 am

I thought Paid Family Leave was part of EDD, since some docs that I've received have their logo stamped on them. Anyways, this didn't help for that. This number is strictly for Disability and Unemployment. If you're calling for PFL, you're SOL b/c they'll just transfer you to the PFL line. However, I did get through on the 3rd time around.

Alice

7/28/2014 03:00:42 am

A special thanks to the people that set up this website!!! THANK U! as of July 2014, you can pretty much get through calling the 213 no 714 or 909 number, in which case they will route you to your office that is handling your claim. Also if you call 800 at 8A and hear the the welcome message press 1 then 671 I think the first number 1 is for English so if you need Spanish press that number followed by 671 OR going into an unemployment office and use their house phone...You will also need to apply the 671 technique in the UI office. I have since called EDD /UI SEVERAL times, a little of a wait 2 to 20 mins. (NOTE) if you are reading my post look at other post for the complete numbers to dial beginning with 213 714 or 909

where is my money????

7/31/2014 04:31:09 am

Called the 714 got to talk someone in minutes but was very unhelpful definitely didnt want to help me!!!

cbg_37

8/8/2014 03:05:40 am

Fantastic! I used the 714 number and within a minute was talking to a very helpful woman who cleared up the problems with my cert form (I filled it out incorrectly). Thank SO much for publishing these numbers. I'd been calling the 800 number for two weeks without success.

Ann

8/11/2014 01:54:48 am

714 # doesn't work anymore. Very RUDE! 909-799-8700 does and they are very nice.

Clariece link

8/25/2014 05:05:10 am

Just got off the phone and this worked. I got my answer about my claim and was also give the overpayment collections dept. # 8006765737 press 0 for rep. Got a person who helped me with the info needed. Thanks for your help!

Redlands Dispensary Delivery link

3/7/2024 10:02:10 pm

Absolutely, this method is effective! After a month of attempting to reach someone, oh my goodness! I am so thrilled!

John O

8/28/2014 01:22:40 am

THE 909-799-8700 NUMBER WORKED OUT GREAT,

Barbara

9/11/2014 06:06:59 am

OMG!! Just used the 909-799-8700 number. People were sooo great and helpful and all in less than a few minutes!! So appreciative for Marissa. Thank you!!!

Stacey

9/16/2014 01:44:37 am

Yep, this works!!! After a month of trying to get thru to someone OMG! So Happy!!

Steven Redd

9/18/2014 03:12:45 am

Totally worked
Needed to dial '0' repeatedly in order to keep waiting. Was picked up by a helpful gent who listened to my question and redirected me to another department focussed on my concern.
Still needed to dial '0' repeatedly to keep waiting. Was picked up by a nice lady who also listened to my concern and then transferred me directly to the person who had my answer.
No more dialing '0' on this one. The gent that picked up listened to me question was polite and quick to explain my situation in full such that I understood what was to happen next.
Total time was 16 minutes. I used the 800 number for over an hour with no results so I searched for this solution.
Thank you for posting this number...it's a real help.

janine k

9/19/2014 02:22:39 am

THE 714 number worked great. had to press 0 a couple times but then got someone quickly after.

Vianca

9/23/2014 04:09:23 am

The (909)799-8700 number worked for me within seconds! First an operator answered (a real person) I told her my issue and then transferred me to another person but I was worried I would be transferred to the 800 number, thankfully I wasn't and should be getting my money within 24-48 hours. :)

jeff

10/13/2014 01:36:56 am

thank you so much

Marcus

11/13/2014 02:33:26 am

714 works fine. Pressed 0 a couple of times and was helped.

Scott

11/14/2014 02:34:53 am

The 714 number worked great. Missed my phone interview on the 12th and the lady (very nice) is going to call me back in an hour or so to do it. Thanks for the help!

Laura

11/24/2014 02:41:00 am

I tried 714-687-4400 and kept hitting 0 for half an hour. Whan a person answered she was nice enough but said she only handles overpayment claims. She transferred me to the dreaded 800 #.

Then I tried the 909-799-8700. Got a busy signal the first four times I tried, but on the 5th time, someone picked up right away. Pleasantly transferred me to a representative who answered in less than a minute and helped me with everything in a very pleasant manner. The answers I wanted were not to be, but at least now I know and had a fast and pleasant experience. THANK YOU!!!!

Candyce Berger

12/8/2014 03:24:03 am

Just called and someone answered - got what I needed.

Amber

12/9/2014 01:15:36 am

The number worked for me! Had to be transferred a few times to different people,before I got to speak with the right person,which took about 20 minutes. But it was much better then getting hung-up on or listening to the voice recordings that the 1-800 numbers offer, that don't get you anywhere!!!! THANKS

Clorinda

12/12/2014 12:35:15 am

thanks guys! all these numbers worked for me! 310-330-5904 was best for my situation and someone answered after the first ring!

ReggaeGirl

12/17/2014 03:46:44 am

WOW!! I've been trying for two days! Rings for hours. Today as I called the 909# Absolutely worked! Thank God there are people that help others like Kenny and "The Unseen".. Spoke with a lovely person who took her time. Did not rush the call and helped me try to resolve my issue. ;)

mitosa

12/19/2014 02:43:54 am

Finally .... (909)799-8700 phone WORKED. THANK YOU! The gentleman who helped me was one of the nicest people. Use this phone to solve your EDD issues.

Anonymous

12/23/2014 02:18:04 am

Called the 714# and got through right away, I was transferred to a lady that said in the future not to call this number and transferred me to the 800#. I called the 909# after and it worked.

Erin

1/6/2015 02:17:50 am

Oh Thank god I found this! After calling the 800 number 53 times in 4 days, the 909 number got me through on the 3rd try and talking to a very helpful rep in 5 minutes!!!!!!!!

gale

1/7/2015 01:13:54 am

This works ... just be patient, keep you phone on speaker and pres "0" as prompted to stay on hold. I got through at 9am, after holding 7 minutes. Better than having the 888# hang up on you.

Thank you!!

Tom

1/9/2015 02:12:42 am

909 # is working GREAT. Got through a live and helpful guy, in less than 1 min! Cheers!

Suzanne

1/15/2015 03:54:49 am

I also tried the 909 # -- it was great! Nice receptionist who transferred me and really nice, helpful guy. Got through in less than 5 minutes. This website is a true public service -- thank you!

James

1/20/2015 02:19:19 am

The 909 number worked well. I was connected to an operator who then transferred me to a specialist immediately. Be kind, the person I was with was very nice and helpful. Thank you for posting the number.

Allison

1/20/2015 04:42:20 am

This work, but only b/c the lady who answered the phone took pity on my and transferred to the local department that will end up handling my claim. She can't give out the # but she can transfer you to it :-)

ERICA

1/22/2015 12:52:56 am

THE 909 NUMBER WORKED FOR ME!!! THANK YOU!!

Jeffrey

1/27/2015 02:53:31 am

She was nice too... odd.

Very grateful

1/30/2015 01:15:49 am

Soooo thankful!!! Got through with the (909) number in less than 5 min. She was so nice and friendly n gave md advice. The (714) number is about interviews. Thanks so much for everyone's help!!! Def a life and time saver!

Thomas

2/3/2015 12:24:02 am

Amazing....answered within seconds. Problem answered. This website is a god send.

2/5/2015 02:51:21 am

The 909-799-8700 number worked for me too, very helpful agent!

2/9/2015 07:06:04 am

Thank the Lord for this forum! I got through to a incredibly helpful agent regarding disability benefits at the 909.388.7695 number. Some of these numbers are for unemployment. Others are for disability. Thanks!

Very thankful

2/18/2015 03:17:34 am

thanks so much! 909# got me through right away after being jerked around with the 800#'s! lady was very helpful

Zef

2/26/2015 04:43:45 am

Praise the Most High YHWH GOD!!!

Tried the 714# and the Overpayment rep answered right away: she was a little gruff. But I atribute her demeanor to the probability that their office receives a ton of calls, daily, which have nothing to do with overpayment. Be polite and concise, delivering your concern with the awareness that you will be connected to someone who can effectively attend to your personal matter. Now even though, after discerning your call cannot be managed by anyone in the Overpayment office, you will be transferred over to the main Edd line, be patient! Here is the key or "trick":

The line your being transferred with will allow you to hit 0 in order to wait for an attendant to answer the call. Before when calling the traditional way you never hear that option. Thus, for those patient enough, this nuanced route bears within the achievement to the goal of actually speaking to a live EDD rep on the phone. The key is being persistent.

In conclusion: after pressing the 0 button on my phone, I believe, a total of two times (your personal experience may vary) I spoke with a EDD rep who could help. She was able to transfer me to another rep who attended to my call extremely polite and sufficiently. So excited I was! Through all the vain efforts I had made in precious occasions by using the 800 #, I had almost forgotten how to appreciate true EDD customer service. So, be calm for you have now made it.

Blessings.

Matthew 7:8 (kjv)

3/4/2015 06:31:04 am

Got through on the 714 number......THANK YOU!!! We got through after three calls to this number at 2:00 in the afternoon, so they are open after 12:00. Answered our question and looked up my husband's specific information.

Tried and tried on the 800 number and sent letters and emails, to no avail.

Thank you for posting these phone numbers!!!!!

4/13/2015 01:38:26 pm

I called 909 383-4663 today at 2:00, and was able to speak to a rep that help me with my claim. I have called the 800 # for two weeks trying to reach someone but to no avail. After finding this website and obtaining the 909 number, I was able to reach a very friendly rep.

Thank you so much for creating this website, it was VERY helpful!!!

4/23/2015 04:01:53 am

The 909-799-8700 number did not work for me. I am hoping the 909 383-4663 works.

Tina

5/5/2015 03:57:07 am

This number worked as of May 5th, 2015 @ 11AM! Got me right through to a live person who answered my question quickly

5/6/2015 02:36:57 am

Woohoo! Thank you! the 714 number worked and was able to get my simple question answered quickly too.

5/19/2015 05:16:59 am

909-799-8700 number doesn't work anymore. All I get is a busy signal. I'll try the other 909 number

Maria Parra

5/27/2015 02:30:47 am

It worked! We pressed 0 about 3 times and then finally someone came on live.

imhoi

5/27/2015 03:09:47 am

The 714 number does supply a live person, however most will now only transfer you to the 800 #. They say that the 714 # is the eligibility issue department.

The 909 number rings and then disconnects. I tried that for a full half an hour. People who are getting thru... What time are you calling?

The women at the 714 number said that the reason people cant get thru is that the queue is full and that you had to call and redial until you got a different message. Because the queue is full calls get routed to the automated system. She said it only took 15 minutes for people to get thru. I tried for 45 minutes and 200 calls. Nothing.
The EDD appears to be closing access. I would encourage all not to give out the name of folks who help you to protect them.

Michelle

6/4/2015 01:46:48 am

This worked, a lady answered the first ring. Transferred me, I waited 2 minutes and spoke to a rep.

MadScientist

6/22/2015 01:42:20 am

There should be a class action against the EDD. I have been working for 15 straight years and paying my taxes. They cut my claim 6 months short out of the blue. I have a family to feed. I cant get ONE person to answer the phone and web will not resolve the issue. Rude horrible people. If they are not going to do their jobs I should not be required to pay them taxes. PERIOD.

6/23/2015 04:29:50 am

I had previous success with the 714 number, but when I tried to follow up today, I had a different experience altogether. The woman who answered (after I pressed zero several times) said that the department is Over Payment. So if your call is not related to Over Payment, they will transfer you back to the 800 EDD telephone number. When I told her that my issues were not related to her department, she transferred me directly.

I don't know what to do. Tele-cert didn't work for me; I sent an email the other day, and a woman at the local EDD office said that they will answer back between two and ten BUSINESS days.

Kelly

7/2/2015 04:22:56 am

This works!! I got my problem solved in minutes WOW!! Best kept secret ever!!

Mark link

7/2/2015 05:47:18 am

Thank you. Got through the first time, got transferred once and talked to a nice lady who got my claim back on track. Total time 10 minutes!

Rebecca

7/6/2015 06:57:00 am

The 909 area code number works!! I called at 1.30pm and got through straight away!! I was treated very respectfully and a representative even called me back!
My issue has been solved. Very thankful for the number.

James

7/9/2015 03:37:51 am

It worked!!! A gentleman answered who told me that this number isn't open to be public. I gave my best sad voice and he transferred me to someone who helped me right away. I've tried for a week straight to get through to the 1800 EDD number to no avail. Thanks for the info!!! You saved my *#%

Chris

7/15/2015 02:52:44 am

The 909 number worked, after trying for a VERY long time to get through on the 800 number. Within 2 minutes I was talking with an EDD rep. An incredibly nice woman named Katherine helped me: she made sure that the error that had been delaying my claim was fixed and made sure that the other claims that had subsequently been delayed were issued to me. Amazing.

endodoc

7/15/2015 03:32:31 am

Well, I called this number at 10:05 AM on 7/15/2015, and I reached a live person on the 1st try. So many thanks, Kenny!

Rachel

7/16/2015 05:09:37 am

Tried the 707 number and couldn't get through. Called the 909 number and got through on my first try. The gentleman I was transferred to verified my phone number, so he could call me back if we were disconnected (this is what happened after I spent an hour redialing the 800 number--finally got a person and was disconnected while on hold). Very kind, patient, and friendly. So glad this number still works.

Melody

7/17/2015 03:30:04 am

After having no luck with the 800 number I called the 714 number and was transferred twice, but they were very nice and helped me with what I needed.

Zach Schroeder

7/22/2015 02:21:23 am

909 # WORKED GREAT. I called at 8:30am and it just rang. I do not think they pick up till 9am. I got transfer once and was on hold for about 5 minutes... done.

Charles

7/24/2015 04:34:45 am

I was skeptical my first time I must of pressed zero like 20x's, then called the 909#, then redialed the 714# pressed zero & a gentlemen answered then forwarded me to the correct department. Where I was helped immediately with answers to my questions. Kenny Thanks for the tip guy, it came helpful. That really help me out been frustrated to get money generating to pay my bills before getting hired else where. God Bless You!

Mo P

8/6/2015 01:17:18 am

IT WORKED & it took 5 minutes as opposed to the hours I waited yesterday. WTF EDD. Ty

Wyatt E. Hall link

8/6/2015 05:20:41 am

Used the (909) 799-8700 number. Got through and had everything done with an EDD rep. in 10 minutes. UNBELIEVABLE!

Joe

8/7/2015 02:32:30 am

I used the 714 #. I had to hit 0 about five times. I got through to a person, who transferred me to someone who was able to help me. Everyone was very nice and I resolved my question. I didn't try the 909 #, but I recommend 714!

Ivory

8/7/2015 09:43:34 am

Used this. # today and it worked. I didn't have to press 0 at all. It rang a few times and a woman answered. I'm saving this website in case I need to call again

Maria

8/10/2015 05:20:51 am

After 3 hours and 50 attempts with no success this number actually got me to a live person where I was able to get the number to my local office and spoke to another live person. They have to stop the game playing and direct people t their local offices. This is ridiculous. :(

Jade

9/4/2015 02:25:28 pm

The 714 number did work. I did get a real person, that could help me, even being I'm in San Francisco.

But they could only help me with EDD and not SDI. So...back to the 800 number of doom.

MKC

9/14/2015 09:59:29 am

it worked thanks!

Randy link

9/18/2015 01:13:11 pm

Oh my gosh! This number worked!! I just called the 714-687-4400 number, at 3:55 PM ET on 9/18/15, and an operator picked up on 2nd ring! Asked for my SS#, and transferred me to a very nice lady who helped me right away!! Total time of call was less than 5 minutes, and I had everything I needed!

Leroy

11/16/2015 10:32:26 am

Tried this number today. Person answered immediately. Transferred me to another person that helped resolve my issue.

tina

9/30/2015 09:08:52 am

Totally worked the first time

Jimbo

10/16/2015 04:33:58 pm

it's 4.30pm on a Friday, so a bit of a stress test here: the phone rang 10 times, then told me all ops busy, hit 0 to continuing wait, or call back later. Went through that cycle 5 times, and then a live op answered! Total wait time less than a minute. Chick was serious efficient too - sorted me out in record time.

MiKe link

11/18/2015 11:00:20 am

Oh yea!!! It still work...you can bypass all the 800# BS.....I actually spoke to several people..live...and took care of business!!

Carrie

11/30/2015 10:26:15 am

It worked - It's so difficult to get through to them.

Eric J

12/1/2015 10:38:26 am

The 714 number still works, Thank you to all!!

John

12/4/2015 11:15:53 am

No luck here. After multiple attempts and multiple times hitting zero (sometimes it gives you the 'press 0 to continue waiting message' and at other times it just hangs up), I reached someone who answered by saying "Overpayments department" I said two words about a disability claim and she transferred me back to the 1-800 number.

Joel

12/9/2015 10:28:15 am

Wow got thru to the 714 # and my problem was solved within minutes! Thank you to whoever posted it

Tobula

12/22/2015 08:16:46 am

Bless your heart! This works.

John

12/22/2015 10:00:11 am

909 number 100% works!

Cassandra S

12/31/2015 11:50:57 am

1121am PST - The 714-687-4400 number was just the 800 number menus. Pressed 0's as suggested above, and nothing happened. Phoned the 909-799-8700 number and a nice lady picked up right away and transferred me to a very helpful person who took time to listen and research my issue. She made sure everything was taken care of. Extremely pleased.

I was very nice and friendly.....good morning, please, thank you.....it goes a long way. Good luck!!

Kristen Smith

12/31/2015 12:09:34 pm

Praise THE LORD!!
I have been trying to reach a person for WEEKS. I have emailed the EDD several times and calling the 1800 # failed each time, as I was never able to talk to a human. This number indeed works. The phone rang once and was answered immediately!

Thank You So Much :)

keron

1/29/2016 08:25:12 am

So grateful for this information...as stated zeveral times, the 800 numbers do not allow you to speak to a rep...the 714 posted worked IMMEDIATELY (i was totally shocked)...the op. transferred me, and from there, followed the promts (pushing 0), several times (less than 5-7 mind, i guess), and then someone finally picked up!! Yay internet & the person who found this work-around!!

Victoria

1/29/2016 08:51:12 am

I called the 714 number today and was able to get through to a LIVE person once the call was answered. Thanks so much!

James

2/1/2016 09:23:12 am

used this number took me about 10 zeros finally got ahold of somebody the she transferred me to another number 30 mins on hold and finally got ahold of some one and they helped me out thanks man saved my life

2/16/2016 09:57:22 am

it works. give it time and hit zero when prompted. THANK YOU.

evan

2/16/2016 03:01:47 pm

don't call this number if you have questions about paid family leave. She will just hang up on you

Melissa Adams

2/18/2016 08:46:47 am

this number worked to get me to talk to a live person but they said it was the wrong office and transferred me to the auto message and still did not get thru!

2/22/2016 12:03:30 pm

You are awesome THANK YOU!

Maria

3/1/2016 10:38:46 am

Yes it does work! I called the 714#. Unfortunately they could not helped me, but as everyone else says, all ladies were very nice. I waited for a while pressing 0. After about 20 mins, the operator said she could not keep me on hold. She transferred me to leave a message and told me that if I was not called within one hour I should call back. She gave a new # here it is 909 383-4663. I didn't have to call back because I received a call within 1/2 hr! All the best and many Blessings to all and of course to Kevin for starting this..

John

3/4/2016 09:59:41 am

THANK YOU!!!! Worked perfectly. I spend days and days trying to get through with the 800 number. Called this number and got through in less then 5 min.

melani

3/23/2016 09:54:49 am

This really works, Thanks so much!

Heidi

4/1/2016 09:04:30 am

Waited for 15 minutes on the 714 line via my land line at work (kept pushing 0 like everyone suggested),then called the 909 line from my cell and someone picked up immediately!! Thank you for this information!

Craig

4/1/2016 10:20:02 am

This number STILL WORKS! I kept having to press the zero button (about 6 times), and then a message finally came on asking for my SSN (which I immediately input), and then a second message came on asking for my PASSWORD (which I immediately then input the last 4 digits of my SSN)...AND THEN THE OPERATOR CAME ON THE LINE AND HELPED ME RESOLVE MY QUESTION.

IT STILL WORKS!!!

Greg Warren

4/15/2016 11:57:27 am

I got through this phone number easily and the check I did not receive as normal was resent to my bank account with 24 hours.

Tanya

6/16/2016 01:35:01 pm

Super freaking cool!!! This number is a switchboard to many departments of EDD. I needed the appeals specialist and they connected me right through! Woohoo. I did have to call twice and kept pushing "0" to stay on hold, after doing that 3 times I got cut off and called again and quickly got connected to the right [helpful] person! AWESOME

Ash

6/22/2016 03:42:55 pm

909 383-4663 WORKED! The lady had limited information but was able to tell me what I needed to know. YES!

Kaye

7/7/2016 10:47:50 am

The 714 number totally worked! Thank you!!! I was able to get through to a representative without having to enter any information. They were very helpful and patched me directly through to my UI interviewer.

Emmy

7/13/2016 11:17:07 am

I tried the 714# first, I think I said 3 words before being transferred to the 800 #, YIKES!! Tried calling back 5 times only to being directed to the 800 #. I tried the 909 # the women who answered was so helpful and transferred me to someone who helped me with everything

Kim

7/26/2016 10:44:36 am

This number, (909) 799-8700, worked! I got through to an operator who then put me through to someone else! On the phone with Piadora right now. She's great. I LOVE THIS THIS!! THANK YOU for saving me 52 gray hairs!

Shavon

8/26/2016 10:50:35 am

Amazing!! the 714 # got me right through, though they did say that I had called the wrong office. They transferred me a few times but was able to get my question answered! I stayed very very nice and grateful the entire time and was ushered right through the system.
Thanks for the tip!!

Virginia Ethier

9/9/2016 11:23:37 am

Wow I was very discouraged because I wasn't able to get a live person on any of the 800#'s but I took a chance and tried the #714-687-4400 and with less than 10 min of patience someone answered!!

Patricia Cummings

9/30/2016 11:15:29 am

This is great!! Hit "0" for approxkimately 5 minutes. Was connected to "Over Payment", then someone else. the 3rd person I spoke with was an Adjuster. He scheduled a telephone conference for next Friday to discuss my concerns. This is my second posting because I can not find the first one. Thank you so much for sharing your tip with all of us. I am going to share this with everyone I know
who is on unemployment.

Pat in Spring Valley, CA

12/14/2016 12:11:39 pm

Calling this # didn't seem to work for me. I got the overpayment line, and the gentleman who answered offered to transfer me back to the 800# that had already rejected my call numerous times. The infuriating part is that initially someone had answered my call on the 800# after a short wait, but as soon as they answered, they hung up!

Claudia

1/6/2017 09:25:10 am

Both numbers worked! Except the 714 sent me back to the automated number. The 909 number sent me directly to a rep. I called the automated number 25 times and tried for over an hour before I read this post. Thank you!!

Frances

1/19/2017 03:03:15 pm

It worked!! The 714 number kicked me back to the automated line but the 909 number sent me to a rep. Her name was Connie and she was extremely nice and helpful. Got my issue resolved in 5 minutes. THANK YOU!

berna

1/19/2017 04:29:51 pm

Did you just call right now?I called earlier and told me to call the automated line.

Katie

1/24/2017 11:00:59 am

The 714 number at the top didn't work, but 909-799-8700 got me someone instantly. They transferred me to someone else and my issue was fixed in less than 10 minutes. The woman who answered was super helpful and sent me claims forms for all the weeks I've been waiting on EDD to process my claim. :)

Anne

2/13/2017 10:29:17 am

Fantastic find! I spoke with Pamela, and she couldn't have been more helpful.

Isabel link

3/14/2017 09:14:14 am

they answered, they transferred me and then they said this is not your office
I was transferred again and disconnected

Why can we get a person, we pay enough taxes, specially in ca.
Is ti because they give to immigrants?????

jocelyn

7/8/2017 09:17:54 am

I tried the 909 number and was told they couldn't help or transfer. They were kind, but unyielding.

So I reverted to calling the 800 #. I DID IT AT EXACTLY AT 8AM.

To ensure I would get through quickly. I practiced going through the phone prompts so at 8am I could do it quickly. As of today, this is what will get you through quickly without having to listen to them...for disability, not FMLA. After the 800 auto answers dial each of these numbers and just wait for a second to hear the beginning of the next prompt and then go.
1, 3, 1, 2, 2, 1, 0

good luck!

Mary

8/18/2017 09:51:59 am

Just dialed 909.799.8700 and call was answered immediately and then transferred when I explained I just had a couple questions.... handled and off the phone promptly... easy peasy! Thanks for the help here!

N Nielsen

12/1/2017 11:13:03 am

I used the 909.799.8700 number and it worked immediately!

A very nice man answered and immediately transferred me to a representative who was able to help and answer my question. He made a point to say that this is a GOOD NUMBER TO CALL. And the hours as always for the office are 8am - 12pm.

YAY FOR BEATING THE SYSTEM!

Joyce

1/3/2018 08:32:18 am

The 909-799-8700 number works in 2018!!!! The man who picked up the phone recommended me to hold onto this number for UI EDD claims. I spoke with Secret who was very nice, informative, and gave me more helpful information than I initially asked for. Save this number people it works!

Deb

1/17/2018 08:24:24 am

God bless! Thank You
Jerry Brown show be ashamed that the people of California have to do things this way instead of our tax paying dollars helping us with services.

Jeff H

1/17/2018 09:14:02 am

Yes, it DOES work. (909) 799-8700. The gentlemen ALSO said "Please note this IS a good number to call, so keep it". I briefly explained the form I received for income verification, and identity verification - this allowed him to transfer me to the correct phone rep - which was answered immediately. 4 minute conversation, and everything is fine now. Phone rep quick, friendly and helpful.
This is as of 1/17/2018 9:10 AM

Deborah

1/26/2018 09:22:10 am

the 909 number still works.. and they are SO pleasant. A man answered the phone then transferred me to another person. I waited for less than a minute (fearful that someone would hang up on me) and was greeted by a nice woman. She was VERY helpful. Thanks!

Anonymous

2/20/2018 10:21:57 am

Does anyone know if this number is a fraud or hacker? I called this number today and provided my SS# but was concerned that I found the number on Yelp and had no confirmation if this was a legit EDD office? He also couldn't access my email address but he was able to tell me my last employer. Please if anyone knows? Thank you

mike link

2/5/2019 04:21:57 pm

IT TOTALLY WORKS! You get to the "overpayment dept", but they will tranfser you.
Thanks!!!

Rebecca

2/19/2020 08:34:07 am

FINALLY!!!!!!!
I have been trying to call for weeks.....finally had my intake interview and have to fax documents in but wrote the fax number incorrectly. After several days of calling the phone tree runaround, I called the (714)687-4400 number and got ahold of a rep right away! I wrote down one number incorrectly with the fax number but she was able to provide me the correct number and we are now good to go again!

Tom

2/28/2020 09:31:03 am

It worked today. However once I gave the woman my social security number she politely transfered me back to the call center and I got the too many callers message, so back to square one.

Mike

4/9/2020 10:01:42 am

714 transferred me to the 1800
909 hung up on me several times

Leah L.

4/18/2020 03:25:16 pm

This didn't work for me unfortunately, I tried every trick suggested on this website without success :-( I also tried contacting EDD through Umployment Online, but I never got a response back to any of my emails in 2 weeks.
Here's what finally did work for me, and *bonus* it was easy and fast! I called my local EDD office at 2:30 pm Friday (took 5 mins, got 2 busy signals, hung up, got a live person on the third try).
I explained my situation, and even though it was after noon call center cutoff hours, they were able to immediately transfer me over to a live representative at the central office who was friendly & resolved the issue for me (wages missing, causing 4/5/20 claim to be denied) all within 15 minutes total.
*** This may be the key, I live in a rural area of California. If you are unable to get a hold of a human at your local EDD office, try calling a rural office instead.
Sincerely hope this helps sometime else, good luck everyone!

Leah L.

4/20/2020 11:09:14 am

[Updated]

This is how I finally got through to a live human after unsuccessfully trying to call and email them for 2 weeks *bonus* it was easy and fast!

I tried every hack & trick posted online without luck, this time I called my local EDD office at 3 pm Friday. It only took 5 mins - 2 busy signals, hung up, got a live person on 3rd try.

I explained my problem and even though it was after noon, when the state call center closes, they were able to immediately transfer me over to a live rep at the state office who was friendly & resolved the issue for me (wages missing, causing my claim to be denied) all within 15 minutes total.

*** TL;DR
I called at an off-peak time AND I live in a low population, rural county in California.
If you're unable to reach a human through the state Unemployment phone numbers, or your local EDD office, try calling a rural office instead.

To find a rural county office, search EDD on Google Maps. It will show a list & map of offices with numbers.

Sincerely hope this helps someone else, good luck everyone!

Leah L.

4/24/2020 01:01:40 pm

[Update 2]

* Call later in the day (Got through 4 pm yesterday when I had to call again)

** Sample list of Northern California Employment Development Department low population county/city office phone numbers:

[ For local or more results, search Google or Google maps for EDD near me and/or
America Job Centers of California (EDD office finder) - https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/AmericanJobCenters/find-american-job-centers.aspx ]

1. Del Norte County, Crescent City:
707-464-8347

2. Trinity County, Weaverville: 530-623-5538

3. Siskiyou Co., Weed: 530-938-3231

4. Tehama Co., Red Bluff: 530-529-7000

5. Modoc Co., Alturas: 530- 233-4161

6. Glenn Co., Orland: 530-865-6165

7. Colusa Co., Colusa: 530-458-0326

8. Plumas Co., Quincy: 530-283-1606

9. Lake Co., Lakeport: 707-263-0630

10. Lassen Co., Susanville: 530-257-5057

Wayne Davis

4/22/2020 10:19:34 am

Leah,
What office did you contact? I'm trying your suggested method but am either getting transfers to the 1-800 # or offices are not picking up/ closed.
Thanks!!!

Leah L.

4/24/2020 01:06:59 pm

See comment above yours Wayne, I posted another update w/ some phone #'s

Donald Crawford

5/6/2021 11:08:02 am

This just worked for me the other day. I called one of the numbers above that Leah posted, and the nice lady told me to call the Redding EDD office. Their number is: (530)225-2185. I guess they are actually a Workforce of America office, but they are able to patch you directly through to a live representative at the EDD. When you call the number above you get an recording and a bunch of options. Choose the option that says something like "to talk to a workforce of america office staff". I spoke with a guy named Corey. They will try to help you and if they can't ask them to please connect you directly to EDD. BTW...I didn't even need to ask Corey, he just automatically did it after he wasn't able to help me. They open at 8am, I called shortly after they open. Good luck!

jessica

4/23/2020 08:17:03 am

so this number 909-799-8700 does not work - it rings for long time and then automated voicemail pops up -

800 is useless (even they have the UI assistance line 8am - 8pm) pointless all of the numbers they provided is pointless none of them works.

Chuck

4/23/2020 10:33:02 am

Cycles through 'operators are busy' message, then rings 1 to 7 times, depending on cycle, then returns to 'operators are busy' message. Keep pressing '0' to remain in queue. Makes wierdest sound when going from busy message to 'hold: sounds like the clanks on Law & Order!
Not yet through but persisting!

Wayne D

4/23/2020 12:32:21 pm

Chuck's method is spot on. After hours of holding with "operators are busy" message cycling through and numerous disconnections, I tried pressing "0" at every prompt to do so and was connected without hold music in 15 minutes. Was given the number to the office holding my claim, which then gave me the number to another office that connected me with an adjuster.
As of 4/23, anecdotal evidence suggest to me that if you are getting frequent disconnections, the phone system is overwhelmed and you should consider breaking and trying again in an hour. I noticed the frequency of disconnections progressively lessened throughout the day.
Avoid 8003005616 and 8339782511, I wasted about 16 hours trying to get through. After 3 hrs calling 415 351 7200, operator there directed me to another office.
Your SSN dictates what office will handle your claim, and even then they may direct you to yet another office to sort out your particular issue. Once you have gotten past the 1st wall it seems like everyone is on your side and trying their best to push things through.
Be persistent in your efforts and approach it as you would a job. I scheduled myself to dedicate 9 hours a day to the task, with two of those days having no success whatsoever. The adjuster I spoke to was super positive, and hopefully I will bear witness to a positive outcome middle of next week by her estimates. Good luck everybody.

Jordan

5/8/2020 11:24:22 am

Thanks for the info. Would you be willing to share the number of the adjuster?

James

5/4/2020 12:16:37 pm

After weeks of trying to get through, I came across this site and tried the (909) 799-8700 number. I'm not joking, first ring and I got a lady named Barbara who transferred me to a supervisor and got the help I needed. THANK YOU!!!!!!

Laura

5/6/2020 08:34:39 am

Really? I just called them and they told me they couldn't help me as that office only deals with employers, but they would be a team player and take my name, SSN and phone number down and have someone call me back in two days. I was put on a call back list last week...still waiting for that call.

Shelby

5/6/2020 08:38:39 am

The (909) number works! They are so fast and super helpful!

Loren

5/6/2020 01:11:45 pm

Got an answer at the 909-799-8700 number at 1:05 PM. The lady who answered the phone was extremely nice. She didn't happen to know the answer to my specific question but said that someone would call me back within 48 hours. Please be polite when you do reach someone!!

Linnie

5/14/2020 08:32:01 am

Did you ever get a call back ?

Loren Sherman

5/14/2020 08:34:41 am

Yes. Received a call back that day at around 5:30 PM.

Liam

5/14/2020 10:25:14 am

Tried the 909-799-8700 today, the first try I got a busy line and then on the second, I got an answer. On the other line was a real person and she was nice. She told me to be patient as their system was a bit slow at that time and she wanted to make sure that I didn’t hang up. She was thorough and answered every questions that I have. So, this number definitely works and you just have to be patient when you can’t connect to it immediately.

Mig R

5/15/2020 03:03:13 pm

The lady at the 909-799-8700 was super responsive.. Took me about 10 minutes of busy signals and redial, but she picked up. She put in a requestFingers crossed!

steve link

5/16/2020 11:23:50 am

909-799-8700 Does work. After 4 days of calling the 1800 I tried this # and got thru my first time. The young lady was extremely nice and helpful. I want to marry her also!!!!! Other wise the EDD SUCK!!!!!!

Chuck

5/18/2020 09:40:32 am

Glad it worked for you Steve! I've been dialing / redialing since 8am this morning and consistently getting busy signals. Persistence. Probably Monday mornings are their most heavy-volume. I'll keep trying. Thanks!!! Chuck

Chuck

5/19/2020 08:52:38 am

Success!!! 909-799-8700 worked!!! After 15 minutes of busy signals and redials the phone was picked up by Beverly who was kind and very helpful, guiding me to the PDF Form to be filled out by hand and faxed in. Apparently, after UI Benefits expire you have to re-apply for UI Benefits, but, cite 'COVID Pandemic' at the top of each page on the hardcopy form that you fax back in (Fax # on page 12 of the set of forms). So glad to make forward progress after weeks and weeks of phone tree 'loops', misinformation from EDD Online, and endless busy signals!!! Beverly was wonderful, our UI System on the phone & online has significant room for improvement to serve us taxpayers. For now, I'm really thankful! Awesome inputs and 'hacks' plus relational support on this site! Thanks to Kenny, Steve, and all!!!! Chuck

Rasheena

5/20/2020 08:05:38 am

The 909-799-8700 absolutely works! I stumbled across this thread 10 minutes before 8am and just gave the phone number a shot at about 7:55am. The phone didn't even ring before an EDD worker named Mark answered. My concerns were regarding my ID Verification status and me never receiving my EDD account number to register for UI Online. He had no update on the ID verification status other than everything is backed up and it might take another week (I submitted ID docs 4/22), but he was able to give my my customer account number that I've been waiting for since 4/6!

Sean

5/21/2020 10:01:08 am

For anybody still struggling here’s my full list of numbers you can try: I called today and finally got an answer at 909-799-8700 after cycle calling through this list for about 30-40kins. A nice lady answered and in 8mins my debit card was on the way and claim fully processed.

Make sure when you get on the phone to be patient, be respectful, and ask them how they are doing. They are just as stressed as us. Make it easier for them they make it easier for us.

Here are the numbers:
714-687-4400
800-300-5616 (6-7-1 trick)
855-327-7058 (tech support)
714-736-3000 (Press 0, at least rings)
415-351-7200 (San Francisco office)
866-401-2849 (Press 1, then 2222222, wait for valid entry spiel then press 0)
909-383-4663 (San Bernardino office)
714-736-3000 (buena park office)
909-799-8700 (Redlands office)

Benny Ooi

5/22/2020 01:31:49 pm

This 909-799-8700 works but the nice lady answer that took my question and SS# pass to associates . will return my call within 3 days.

KeErah

6/2/2020 09:29:45 am

Hi! Did you get a call back? Or did you have to return the call to them in 3 days?

J'me

6/29/2020 02:16:56 pm

Yes. Spoke to a live person. Thanks for posting. I was super skeptical of taking a number from online, but she had my case information after I gave her my ssn. She said someone would have to call me back though, which made me sad... so now I wait 3 days.
I called the 799 #. It was busy a few times but eventually got through!!!

JoAnne

8/10/2020 11:53:19 am

415-351-7200 (San Francisco office) worked for me. Answered right away and put on hold for about 5 minutes, took my SSN and put on hold for another 5 minutes. I wasn't able to certify online. Joanie helped me. She is an angel!!!

Renee M Schwartz

8/13/2020 01:25:30 pm

Says the number is disconnected.

Jen

3/8/2021 09:07:07 am

Here is what I found to do. Go to your local EDD office. They have (1) phone for outsiders to use to contact main EDD specialists (get there early for opening!!). This call will not hang up and and put you in a holding que (could be like 40+ mins) but at least you will get thru to get your stuff handled. This phone is only avail usually from 8am-12pm M-F. Good luck!

Michelle

5/3/2021 08:44:49 am

My local office says it’s closed bc of covid but it let me leave a voicemail for someone at the local office to call me back within one business day on Friday so hopefully they call me today (Monday)

A girl

5/12/2021 11:22:29 am

714-736-3000. Is this a scam? I got a call and the lady asked me for my SSN and when I asked if I can give her my customer account number she said SSN. I gave it to her and told her problem and she transferred me to a man with an accent. I told him my problem and I started typing but never answered me back. I kept saying hello many times and after 5 minutes my call got discontinued. Did anyone else get picked up by a lady and was transferred to someone else? I keep thinking it may be a scam but I already gave my SSN.

pissec woman

5/24/2021 12:26:25 pm

None of these numbers are working. I have tried to get to someone for 5 months. I have mailed amd faxed my new claim. PLEASE HELP

Sheila

3/5/2024 10:56:13 am

I think this phone number is a scam. I've called it twice, spoken to people, they told me I would be getting something in the mail and nada. Don't call it.

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