Learn about getting your VA benefit payments through direct deposit. If you don’t already have a bank account, the Veterans Benefits Banking Program (VBBP) can connect you with a bank that will work with you to set up an account. If you already have one, find out how to change your direct deposit information.
When you sign up for direct deposit, we transfer money electronically to your bank account on the day you get paid. You can choose to get your VA pension payments, disability compensation, and education payments through direct deposit.
If you switch from getting paper checks to receiving your payment through direct deposit, you’ll get your payments faster because you won’t be waiting for your check to arrive by mail. You’ll also have access to the funds in your account right away.
You can add or change your direct deposit information for VA disability compensation, pension benefits, or education benefits online. You’ll manage this information in your VA.gov profile.
Here’s how to set up direct deposit by phone:
To set up direct deposit in person, go to your nearest VA regional office.
Find your nearest VA regional office
Note: If you don’t have access to the internet or a phone, you can update your direct deposit information with the Direct Deposit Sign-Up Form (VA Form SF-1199a).
Yes. You must set up direct deposit to receive your reimbursement payments.
The Veterans Benefits Banking Program (VBBP) provides a list of Veteran-friendly banks and credit unions that will work with you to set up an account, or help you qualify for an account, so you can use direct deposit.
To get started, call one of the participating banks or credit unions listed on the VBBP website. Be sure to mention the Veterans Benefits Banking Program.