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How Do I Sign Up for Direct Deposit? |
Already receiving benefits |
If you already receive Social Security or SSI benefits and you have a bank account, you can sign up for Direct Deposit by:
If you don't have an account, you must open an account before you
can sign up for Direct Deposit. You should shop around in your area
to find an account that has the features you want at a price you can
afford. Some financial institutions offer a low cost account called
an “Electronic
Transfer Account.” When you decide on the account that is right
for you, let the representative at the financial institution know that
you are interested in signing up to receive your benefits by Direct
Deposit. |
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Not currently receiving benefits |
If you don’t get Social Security or SSI benefits yet but are
planning to apply, tell the Social Security representative when you
apply for benefits that you want to sign up for Direct Deposit. If you
already have an account, have your checkbook or a copy of your bank
statement with you. |
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