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FAQ: Direct Deposit

Frequently asked questions about Direct Deposit.



 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Direct Deposit FAQ
  1 - What is Direct Deposit?
  2 - Who can have Direct Deposit?
  3 - How does Direct Deposit work?
  4 - How do I know how much I've been paid?
  5 - Why does the state provide Direct Deposit?
  6 - Must I use a particular bank?
  7 - How do I sign up for Direct Deposit?
  8 - When does it start?
  9 - What if I want to make a change?
  10 - What if I want to cancel Direct Deposit and receive paychecks?
  11 - What can I do to minimize problems?
  12 - What is the risk of error?
  13 - How does this affect my State Employees' Credit Union deduction?
  15 - What happens with an Employee's direct deposit after the Employee closes his/her account?
  14 - Where can I go for more information?
  16 - What is the difference between a direct deposit and a payroll deduction for the State Employee's Credit Union?