The Direct Express® card is a prepaid debit card option for federal benefit recipients to receive their benefits electronically. With the Direct Express® card, your federal benefit payment is automatically deposited directly into your card account each month on your payment day. This prepaid debit card offers the convenience and security of to spend and access your money rather than using cash for purchases. Cardholders can make purchases at stores that accept Debit MasterCard®, pay bills, purchase money orders from the U.S. Post Office and get cash from ATMs or financial institutions that display the MasterCard® acceptance mark. No bank account or credit check is required to enroll. There are no sign-up fees or monthly account fees. Many card services are free. Additional information about the Direct Express® card is available at www.USDirectExpress.com.