Get more with early direct deposit

Deposit all or some of your paycheck for a fast, easy & secure way to manage your money. View the video or the quick help guide below to see how to set up with just a few simple steps. Download a form

Get your pay early & more with direct deposit Get your pay early & more with direct deposit

Get your pay up to 2 days early

& government benefits up to 4 days early*

Unlock overdraft protection up to $200

With opt-in and eligible direct deposits*

Get notified with direct deposit alerts*

Free to enroll, no fee to deposit

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Setting up direct deposit is easy!

Just follow these simple steps:

1 1

Ask your payroll or benefits provider if they offer direct deposit.

2 2

If they do, download the Green Dot app or log in to your account at GreenDot.com to get your bank routing and account numbers.

3 3

Provide your account number and bank routing number to your payroll or benefits provider. The name and Social Security number on file with your employer or benefits provider must match your account exactly or we will decline your deposit.

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It’s easy to set up direct deposit

Fill in your information and provide this form to your payroll or benefits provider.

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See our direct deposit FAQs