Payment Method Options for Unemployment Benefits

Get your Payments Faster, Safer and Easier!

You have the option of receiving your unemployment benefits by:

Direct Deposit to your checking or savings account, or
Visa^® Pre-Paid Debit Card (U.S. Bank ReliaCard^®)

Sign Up Now!

Log into http://my.unemployment.wisconsin.gov to sign up.

For initial claims, if you do not complete your direct deposit enrollment by the time the first payment is issued on the claim, you will automatically be enrolled for a Visa Pre-Paid Debit Card (U.S. Bank ReliaCard)

Benefits

Electronic payment options for unemployment benefits are:

Faster - No more waiting for a check by mail
Safer¹ - No risk of losing a paper check, ReliaCard is protected if lost or stolen
Easier - No extra trips to the bank, funds are automatically deposited
Free² - No cost to sign up

It is your responsibility to monitor the balance in your account to avoid overdrafts.

Due to the waiting week funds will not be available until the second week of your claim.

More Information

See the Direct Deposit or Visa Pre-Paid Debit Card Frequently Asked Questions.

¹The Visa Zero Liability Policy protects you against unauthorized purchases. U.S.-issued cards only. This does not apply to ATM transactions or to PIN transactions not processed by Visa. You must immediately report any unauthorized use. See your cardholder agreement for details.

²Fees may apply after account opening. To learn more about the ReliaCard and to obtain information about fees, contact Cardmember Services at 866-276-5514.