State Disability Insurance FAQs
Get answers to common questions about Disability Insurance (DI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL).
General Information
Find answers to FAQs for both DI and PFL.
- SDI Online
- Integration of Wages with Benefits
- Part-time, Intermittent, or Reduced Work Schedule
- Debit CardSM
- Family Medical Leave Act and the California Family Rights Act
- Form 1099G
- Changing Name or Gender on Your Claim
Disability Insurance
Review the DI FAQs on eligibility and benefits.
- DI Eligibility
- DI Benefits and Payments
- Certifications and Continued Medical
- Pregnancy Disability
- Workers' Compensation
Paid Family Leave
Review the PFL FAQs to better understand receiving benefits and submitting your claim.
State Employees
Find out how DI works for state employees.
Employers
Learn about DI and PFL for your employees.
Physicians/Practitioners
Review the Physicians/Practitioners FAQs for eligibility and certification requirements.
Voluntary Plans
Voluntary Plan (VP) FAQs explain alternatives to DI and PFL.
Disability Insurance and Paid Family Leave Benefits
Find DI Information for You
Register for myEDD
Creating an account is an important step in this process. With myEDD, you can apply for Disability Insurance and manage your claim in SDI Online.
Additional Resources
Can’t find what you are looking for? View these DI and PFL resources for more information.
- General SDI Information
- SDI FAQs
- Forms and Publications
- SDI Online Tutorials and Videos
- Self-Service Options
- Contact SDI