Social Security in the United States has announced a major change that will affect millions of beneficiaries. This measure aims to improve security, reduce errors, and speed up the payment process.
Starting October 1, it will stop sending paper payments. This decision marks a radical shift in the way monthly benefits are delivered. From that date, it will no longer be possible to receive physical checks by mail.
Goodbye to paper payments: SSA has just confirmed it
SSA has confirmed that only two valid options will be available to collect benefits: direct bank deposit or Direct Express card. With this, the agency aims to eliminate delays, losses, and theft of paper checks that still occur today.
The United States government has explained that this decision responds to a need for modernization. In an official statement, they indicated that the change is based on technological, economic, and security reasons.
They state that digitizing Social Security payments allows them to save millions of dollars each year in printing and shipping costs. At the same time, it protects beneficiaries from fraud and losses.
Starting October 1, everything changes in SSA payments
This change hasn't left anyone indifferent. Many beneficiaries have expressed surprise and some concern, especially older people who aren't yet familiar with digital methods.
However, SSA has launched an information campaign to help everyone adapt. It has also reminded those who still receive paper payments that they must act quickly and choose one of the two allowed options before October 1.
It's not necessary to have a bank account to collect benefits
Financial security experts applaud the decision. They point out that this step improves fund control and protects citizens from possible scams related to stolen checks. They also emphasize that both direct deposit and the Direct Express card are safe and reliable methods to receive payments without delays.
SSA has also clarified that it's not necessary to have a traditional bank account to collect benefits. The Direct Express card is an alternative that doesn't require opening an account, ideal for those who don't have access to banks or prefer not to use them.
This shift in SSA payments marks the end of an era, but also the beginning of a new, safer, and more efficient stage. The United States government insists that the transition will be simple and promises to help all citizens during the process.