What are my options if the Direct Express® card is just not for me?

I plan to retire in the near future. Can I request a Direct Express® card as soon as I sign up for my Social Security benefits?

Can I sign up for the Direct Express® card even if I have a bank account?

Can recipients who have a Direct Express® card switch to a traditional checking or savings account and receive their payment by direct deposit?

Are federal benefit recipients residing in a healthcare facility eligible for the Direct Express® card?

I am a representative payee who receives another type of federal benefit payment on behalf of someone else. Can I sign up for a Direct Express® card?

I am a representative payee who receives Social Security benefits on behalf of more than one person. Can I receive all of the benefits on one Direct Express® card?

I am a representative payee who receives Social Security benefits for someone else. Can I sign up for a Direct Express® card?

Do I need to give my federal paying agency my card information in order to receive benefits?

How do I activate my Direct Express® card?

How do I sign up for the Direct Express® card?

provide information for the following call type ONLY: New Enrollment Card Not Received

refer to the New Enrollment Card Not Received call type in the DCFC