Effective September 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury will discontinue issuing most paper checks for federal payments.

Like many people, the U.S. Department of the Treasury is trying to improve security and efficacy and reduce its paper usage. However, to do that, they are ceasing to issue paper checks for federal payments. That means if you or a loved one received a paper check for Social Security, military benefits, or any other federal payment, you will no longer receive a paper check starting September 30th, 2025.

You’ll have to set up direct deposit to still receive these funds. The process may seem intimidating, but it’s simple and easy. First, visit www.GoDirect.gov, the official U.S. Treasury site, where you’ll have the option of signing up for Direct Deposit online, by mail, or over the phone.

While enrolling, you’ll need to know your full Greenville Federal Credit Union account number and the Greenville Federal Credit Union routing number.

Your full account number, or MICR number, is the multi-digit number you received upon opening your membership.

Our routing number is: 253279196

You will also be asked a series of questions to verify your identity.

Even if you aren’t affected by this change, someone you know might be. Be sure to help them get their Direct Deposit set up so they do not miss receiving any payments. As always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.