By ONME Newswire
In part 3 discussion of the California Employment Development Department (EDD) news host, Julia A. Dudley Najieb talks to Greg Lawson, Chief of Media and Creative Services for the California EDD about how people can apply to the benefits and services and what is needed to apply online, by phone or via mail.
How to apply for benefits:
•The fastest way to apply is through myedd.edd.ca.gov (must be 18 years of age or older)
•If you are underage, you can apply by phone, fax to 1-866-215-9159 or email.
•You can also apply by phone by contacting EDD at (800) 300-5616.
•If you prefer to apply via paper application, you must submit form DE 1101i. Please Allow 10 days for processing. Customers will receive claim information by mail. If no unemployment information is received after 10 days from the date the application was submitted, contact unemployment. Mail to:
EDD
PO Box 989738
West Sacramento, CA 95798-9738
What do you need to apply for unemployment benefits?
Personal Information: This includes your name, address, date of birth, Social Security number, and other contact details.
Employment History: You will need to list all the jobs you have worked in the last 18 months. For each job, you will need to provide the employer’s contact information and the dates you worked at that job.
Identity Documents: You may be required to provide identification documents such as a driver’s license, state ID, passport, or other forms of identification.
Citizenship Status: You will need to confirm your citizenship status when applying for unemployment benefits.
Employment Authorization Documents: Non-US citizens may be required to provide employment authorization documents.
Last Employer Contact Information: You will need to provide the contact information for your last employer, including the phone number of your manager or immediate supervisor and the work address.