Already receiving benefits?
yes
you already receive Social Security or SSI benefits and you have a bank account?
not
if i can use the card to make purchases , pay bills or get cash at thousands of locations?
It s quick and easy to sign up for the card . Call the toll - free Direct Express hotline at 1 - 800 - 333 - 1795 . Also, Social Security can help you sign up
If i already receive Social Security or SSI benefits and I have a bank account ,  I can sign up for Direct Deposit?
calling Social Security toll - free at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778
If i do n't have an account