To protect you against rising mail theft and fraud, the federal government will stop sending paper checks after September 30, 2025, except in limited cases. Federal benefit payments are required to be made electronically – through direct deposit to a bank or credit union account or to the Direct Express® Debit Mastercard® card.
Switching to direct deposit has benefits:
- Faster access to your money
- Secure delivery – no lost or stolen checks
- Peace of mind that your payment will be in your account as expected
To enroll in direct deposit, visit www.GoDirect.gov. You will need PFCU’s routing number, which is 271989060, your account number and type (checking or savings), your social security number, and information from your most recent federal benefit check or claim number.
On the GoDirect.gov website, you will see that there are three ways to enroll:
- Online at Go Direct® – Enroll Now
- By phone at 877-874-6347
- By mail by downloading, completing, and mailing the direct deposit form
Enroll today so that there are no interruptions in receiving your benefits.
If you have any questions, please call us at 847.697.3281.
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