How to Change Social Security Direct Deposit Account Numbers
Switching to a new bank requires a bit of legwork, particularly if you have monthly electronic debits or credits, such as direct deposit or automatic billing. You can change the account into which your Social Security check is directly deposited by following a few simple steps.
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Instructions
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Obtain Social Security Form 1199A. You can download and print the form from the internet or visit your nearest Social Security office to get a hard copy.
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Fill out the top section of form 1199A. You will need your claim or payroll ID number and the account number for your new account. If you plan to have funds directly deposited into a joint account, have the other account owner review the Special Notice to Joint Account Holders and sign in the appropriate box in Section 1. Remember to sign the top section when you are finished.
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Visit your new bank or financial institution. Ask a bank representative to fill out the lower section of Form 1199A. Make sure the representative signs and dates the form. Your bank should mail the form to the government office identified in Section 2.
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Verify that your direct deposits are going into your new account before you close your old account.
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Tips & Warnings
You change your direct deposit information by calling Social Security at 1-800-772-1213. You will need your new account number.
If you originally signed up for direct deposit online, you can change your account number online. You'll need the password you originally used in order to access your account.
Processing times vary depending on the current office workload. If you close your old account too soon, the payment could be rejected.
