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How do I change my direct deposit for retired military?

Author

Andrew Ramirez

Published Feb 22, 2026

The quickest and easiest way to change your direct deposit bank account is myPay, the official online account management system for military members and retirees. Login at and click “Direct Deposit” on the Main Menu.

How do I set up direct deposit on myPay?

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  1. Go to the myPay web site, and log into your account using the “log In” box at the top left-hand side of your screen.
  2. Click Accept on the Terms of Use Agreement.
  3. On the Main Menu Page, find the Direct Deposit link.
  4. Enter your Routing Number, your account number, account type and financial institution.

Does the Army pay direct deposit?

Direct deposit is required for all military pay. You should check with your personnel or payroll office for details and more information.

How to change your direct deposit at OPM?

Go to OPM Retirement Services Online Click Direct Deposit in the menu If you already have direct deposit active, you will see a summary of your account information. Click Change to start a new direct deposit or to change an existing direct deposit

How to change your federal direct deposit account?

If you are already receiving your federal benefit payment by direct deposit, and would like to have your payments sent to a different account use the procedures that follow to make the change. Recently, OPM and the U.S. Treasury made changes to the program including updating the link to the SF 1199A form.

Where can I get federal benefits paid by direct deposit?

The United States Department of the Treasury will pay all federal benefits electronically by Direct Deposit or by Direct Express. You can be paid by Direct Deposit into your account in a bank, credit union, savings bank, or thrift institution.

Where can I get direct deposit for DFAs?

If you live in the United States and certain U.S. Territories, you can enroll in direct deposit through myPay. If you don’t have a myPay account yet, you can use the troubleshooting instructions on our homepage to create one.