If I Am Approved For Benefits, How Will I Receive Money?

If I Am Approved For Benefits, How Will I Receive Money?

As of March 1, 2013, if you receive or are applying for these federal benefits, you are required by law (31 USC 3332, and 31 CFR 208) to receive payments through direct deposit to your bank or credit union account or to a Direct Express® Debit MasterCard® card:

  • Social Security
  • Supplemental Security Income
  • Veterans Affairs
  • Railroad Retirement Board
  • Office of Personnel Management
  • Department of Labor (Black Lung)
If you are currently receiving your payments by paper check, you are out of compliance and must switch to an electronic payment option. Go to http://www.godirect.org/ for more information.