2<\/p>\n Seniors could have Social Security payment issues after a new change (stock image)Credit: Getty 2<\/p>\n The US Department of the Treasury is making the update in just weeks (stock image)Credit: Getty<\/p>\n As part of a recent executive order, the United States Department of the Treasury is no longer sending out paper checks.<\/p>\n Starting September 30, 2025, any federal disbursements like tax refunds<\/a> and money<\/a> from the Social Security Administration (SSA) will be strictly electronic.<\/p>\n The White House<\/a> said the mandate was put in place as it prevents fraud more effectively and it reduces costs.<\/p>\n According to data from the government, the paper checks are at least 16 times more likely to be reported stolen or lost by Americans.<\/p>\n Read More on Social Security<\/p>\n They’re also more likely to be returned deliverable or altered than electronic payments, per First Citizens Wealth<\/a>.<\/p>\n Estimates from the US Treasury show that discontinuing paper checks would lead to yearly savings<\/a> of around $750 million.<\/p>\n Paper checks are still going out for the time being to those who have opted for them until the September 30 deadline.<\/p>\n That means Social Security<\/a> recipients must sign up for direct deposit or another electronic payment method in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n This goes for those who get retirement benefits, Supplemental Security Income<\/a> (SSI), or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).<\/p>\n Options of providing a bank<\/a> account for the direct deposit or enrolling in an approved pre-paid debit card program to access benefits without a bank account are available.<\/p>\n Final days until millions of Americans to get first Social Security check up to $5,108 just hours after big policy shift<\/p>\n Direct deposit can safely and securely link a checking or savings account, debit card, or a fintech account, such as Purple<\/a>.<\/p>\n With the Direct Express Prepaid Debit Card option, no credit check is required, and the card can be used like a standard debit card with the cash deposited onto it every month.<\/p>\n REGISTER HERE<\/p>\n Either can be registered for through Go Direct<\/a>, a government website that helps Americans with electronic payment setup.<\/p>\n The Treasury Electronic Payment Solution Contact Center can also be reached by phone for setting up the details at 1-877-874-6347.<\/p>\n HOW TO SUPPLEMENT YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY<\/p>\n Here’s how to supplement your Social Security:<\/p>\n Given the uncertainty surrounding Social Security\u2019s long-term future, it\u2019s essential for workers to consider ways to supplement their retirement income. <\/p>\n Senior Citizens League executive director, Shannon Benton recommends starting early with savings and investing in retirement accounts like 401(k)s or IRAs.<\/p>\n Those Americans who prefer it can also download and complete a paper form from the Go Direct site with direct deposit details and submit it by mail.<\/p>\n More information can be found on the Go Direct landing page.<\/p>\n The switch can also be made through the SSA website by logging into an account and selecting “Direct Deposit,” or calling the administration by phone at 1-800-772-1213.<\/p>\n Recipients who prefer in-person assistance can go to their local Social Security office with a voided check or letter from their bank.<\/p>\n SOME EXCEPTIONS<\/p>\n Those who don’t make the September 30 deadline can also rest easy, as it doesn’t mean payments will stop immediately.<\/p>\n The SSA could hold future distributions, however, until direct deposit or electronic payment details are completed.<\/p>\n There are also possible exceptions for recipients with no access to banking or electronic payment tools or who are experiencing extreme hardship.<\/p>\n These exceptions must be approved by the US Treasury.<\/p>\n A woman recently had her Social Security checks slashed to only $14<\/a> a month after a $12,000 “overpayment” error.<\/p>\n![\"Senior](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/senior-woman-calculating-expenses-1009226851.jpg\")
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