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Encyclopedia > Direct deposit

Direct deposit is a process where someone who is going to be paid on a recurring basis, such as an employee, or a recipient of a government entitlement or benefit program such as social security is sent the payment owed to them into their checking or savings account. The reasons for doing this include:

  • Instant access to the funds via an ATM or check card.
  • A check can be lost or stolen anywhere between the sender and the intended payee.
  • Payments made electronically can be less expensive to the payor, typically electronic payments may cost around 25˘ (US) vs. up to $2 to generate, print and mail a paper check.

In the United States, the Automated Clearing House (ACH), operated by the Federal Reserve Bank, handles all interbank transfers, including direct deposit and direct withdrawl.


See also: paycheck


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Direct deposit can help you avoid bouncing checks because the deposit is direct and on time.
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Arranging direct deposit of most federal paychecks may be done over the phone or at your local federal building.
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