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Using the SDU website, the employer informs the SDU how much child support is being withheld and for which employees. The employer then authorizes the SDU to take that amount of money out of the employer's bank account. This option is also available through our telephone voice response system (1-866-325-1010).
This type of EFT uses the ACH network, but is considered an ACH debit. Payments can be made using:
Employers who wish to use this option must register using the website. To enroll in this program, click here. There are no fees for this service nor is special software required. All transactions are secured using a PIN number.
Employers may also want to use the SDU’s Bulk File Upload feature. Once enabled, Bulk File Upload enables employers to combine all support payments into a single transaction. For Bulk File setup assistance, please contact the Electronic Help Desk at 1-866-325-1010.
Why choose this option?
The employer initiates the transmission of a file to the SDU which contains all of the employer’s child support withholding data. This type of EFT transfers the withheld support payments along with data via the Automated Clearing House (ACH) network. This option requires the use of a standard record specification for child support payments.
To enroll in this service, the employer needs to coordinate with the SDU. Complete the SDU EFT Enrollment Form and return it to the address specified. For more information on EFT/EDI, please contact the SDU Electronic Help Desk at 1-866-325-1010. You can also find more information about it at: http://ecsp.nacha.org/. Note that in many instances, there is a bank cost associated with this option. Be sure to check with your bank.
To submit payments electronically see “Employer Electronic Payments” or send child support wage withholding payments to:
We encourage you to use the available electronic payment options so your business can take advantage of secure, accurate and prompt processing of child support withholding payments.
How it works:
Custodial parties will be offered the options of receiving payments by direct deposit or a no-fee electronic payment card. Payments can also be received by mail.
See “FL-195 Data or Non IV-D Data Acquisition” below for additional information.
Under state and federal law, employers must send all wage withholdings payments including those from private support orders to the SDU.
FL-195 forms should be sent to the SDU only when the child support payment was previously sent directly to an individual (custodial parent, obligor, payee). Send the FL-195 to: