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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:
Consider the Direct Express® debit card as another viable option. The Direct Express® card is a debit card you can use to access your benefits. And you don't need a bank account. With the Direct Express® card program, we deposit your federal benefit payment directly into your card account. Your monthly benefits will be available on your payment day—on time, every time. You can use the card to make purchases, pay bills or get cash at thousands of locations. It’s quick and easy to sign up for the card. Call the toll-free Direct Express® hotline at 1-877-212-9991. Also, Social Security can help you sign up. 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. |
If you would like to learn more about Direct Express view Treasury's You Tube Video at http://www.youtube.com/GoDirectUSTreasGov (DISCLAIMER)
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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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