Some employers require you to fill out a paper or electronic form with your direct deposit information. Here's what you may need to provide: Your account info (bank name, transit number, institution number, and account number). A void cheque or deposit information page.
Two easy ways to get your direct deposit form Click or tap on “Set up direct deposit form.” Download, print or email the form to your employer.
Key takeaways Paper checks must be endorsed with a valid signature. Properly endorsing a check helps to avoid issues with depositing or cashing the check. You can endorse a check over to another person, but you'll need to make a specific notation on the back.
Instead of a voided check, you might be able to provide: A direct deposit authorization form. When you complete this type of form, be very careful not to make any mistakes when you fill in your bank's routing number and your account number. A voided counter check. A deposit slip. A photocopy of a check or deposit slip.
Information needed for direct deposit Your bank's name. Make sure you use the full formal name of your bank or credit union. The type of bank account. You'll need to list whether it's a checking or savings account. Bank account number. Bank routing number. Your Social Security number.
The quickest way to sign up for direct deposit – or change it – is to ask your employer for their direct deposit form, then fill it out using your new account number and routing number (see illustration below). You may be able to use this form for any non-governmental organization, but check with your employer first.
To set up direct deposit, businesses usually need to provide their employer identification number (EIN), financial statements, a completed application and a voided business check.
Yes. Collecting and using personal bank information in any way without the individual's written consent is illegal. If you want to use direct deposit, you will need your employees to sign an authorization form.
Please note: a bank verification letter can be used in place of voided checks, direct deposit forms, or bank signature cards to verify account information with external parties.