California Paid Family Leave
Employment Development Department
Up to $1,765
Short-term wage replacement for bonding with a new child, caring for a seriously ill family member, or military-family assist.
What you could receive
Up to 8 weeks of wage replacement, $50 to $1,765 per week
Up to $1,765 in potential benefit
Published range: $50 to $1,765
EDD’s Paid Family Leave program pays 8 weeks of benefits in a 12-month period if you qualify. Official weekly amounts published on September 6, 2026 range from $50 to $1,765. You generally must have earned at least $300 and paid into SDI. Job protection comes from other laws, not PFL itself.
Who may qualify
Not every requirement is listed here. Confirm the full rules with the program administrator.
Location / service area
Statewide in California
Important requirements
Purchase timing requirement is unclear. Confirm with the program administrator.
Timing / preapproval
Preapproval required
Last verified: Sep 6, 2026 · Confidence: High
Official sources
Eligibility is based on published program information and the details you provide. Program rules, funding and availability can change. Always confirm eligibility with the official program administrator.