Who is eligible for this service?

You are - if you currently:
  • Have a bank account,
  • Receive payments from the Florida SDU, and
  • Have a case that is not handled by the Department of Revenue.

 How secure and reliable is direct deposit?

Direct Deposit is very safe and reliable. It allows money to be electronically transferred from the Florida SDU bank account to your financial institution.

  •  Direct Deposit eliminates the possibility of lost or stolen checks. With Direct Deposit, there are no mail delays and no check cashing fees to pay. Funds may be available sooner than a mailed payment.
  •  Automatic deposit while you are on vacation, traveling on business or in the event that you are ill.

 What do I do if I change Financial Institutions or close my account or move?

If you change banks or close your account and want to discontinue direct deposit, you must complete a new form.

 How do I sign up for direct deposit?

  •  To sign up for direct deposit complete the Direct Deposit Application found on our website or pick up an application from the Cashiering Department at the Clerk’s Office.
  •  Type or print the requested information, if you need help or further clarification, please contact the Clerk’s Office at 863-763-2131.
  •  Return the form to the Clerk’s Office with a voided check to the address listed on the bottom of the application.  Starter checks are not accepted, you may submit a letter from your bank listing your account and routing number in place of a voided check.

 How long does it take to set up or change direct deposit?

Please allow a maximum of 5 days for processing new information or updating existing information.

 How will I know when my payments are being paid by direct deposit instead of by check?

Any payments received between the receipt of your authorization form and the start of the direct deposit will be mailed to you.

 Will I be notified when money is posted in my account?

The local depository or Florida SDU will not send you a notice each time a payment is deposited to your account. You can verify that a payment was deposited to your account by: