Direct Deposit Enrollment
Offered by Go Direct
People who receive federal benefit checks can enroll online, by phone, or by mail to receive payments in a checking or savings account.
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Cost & format
Online
Schedule
- Online enrollment available through the website; phone help Monday-Friday 9am-7pm Eastern Time
Who this is for
Federal benefit payment recipients, including Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Veterans Affairs, Railroad Retirement Board, Office of Personnel Management, and Department of Labor Black Lung payments. Be ready with your Social Security number, recent federal benefit check or claim number, bank routing number, account number, and account type.
How to apply
Enroll online at GoDirect.gov, call (877) 874-6347, or download and mail the direct deposit form.
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