The U.S. government is transitioning to electronic payments for Social Security and federal benefits, leaving many wondering how to adapt. If you don't have a bank account, the Direct Express card ...

You can sign up for the new Direct Express card. The Direct Express card is a debit card you can use to access your benefits. If you do not have a bank account and you wait anxiously every month for ...

Federal benefit recipients face an approaching deadline: after September 30, 2025, paper checks will no longer be issued, except in limited cases. Here's how to switch to a direct ...

Avoid using an automatic login feature that saves your password. Change your password at least every 72 days. If you have a bank or credit union, make it a point to use online banking services so you ...

Americans who receive federal benefits through Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) via Direct Express can expect to receive payment "within the next few ...