The federal government must stop issuing paper checks by September 30 in favor of direct deposit, prepaid cards, or other ...

If you're not comfortable with making the change online or if you prefer speaking with someone directly, the SSA provides other methods for updating your direct deposit information. You can also ...

(NEXSTAR) — There have been several changes to government benefit payments already this year, including increased checks for some and clawbacks for outstanding overpayments for others. In about two ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has begun requiring a single-use personal identification number (PIN) as part of a new multi-factor verification process for beneficiaries wishing to ...

Social Security beneficiaries that don't have or want a my Social Security account must visit a local office to change their direct deposit information and can call 1-800-772-1213 to schedule an ...

The Social Security Administration is expected to end all paper check deposits by Sept. 30, 2025. In response, the SSA asks benefit recipients to update their accounts with direct deposit information.

The changes will allow the Social Security Administration to speed up processing all direct deposit change requests – both in person and online – to one business day, the agency said in a ...

The changes will start March 31. The agency will allow those who cannot use the My Social Security account to start the process over the phone but will require in-person visits to verify identity.

Changes announced by the Social Security Administration could mean you'll be able to set up direct deposit and get your money more quickly, but will also implement heightened ID security measures ...