If you apply for Social Security or Supplemental Security Income benefits, a new law went into effect March 1, 2013, requiring that you receive your payments electronically.
You can sign up for Direct Deposit at your bank, credit union, or savings and loan.
If you already are receiving benefits, you can create a my Social Security account and start or change Direct Deposit online at ssa.gov.
When signing into your Social Security account, ensure you see ssa.gov in your browser's location.