The timing for setting up direct deposit with a new account depends on your employer. It can take just a few days, but it often takes a few weeks or even longer.
If you get paid before the switch is complete, your employer will usually either credit the account you previously had set up for direct deposit, or give you a paper check.
When will Direct Deposit take effect?
Depending on your employer, it may take a few days to a few weeks for your paycheck to be automatically deposited to your account.
Written by Wole Coaxum
Updated over 8 years ago