GOVERNMENT PREPAID DISBURSEMENT CARDS
A cost-effective way for government agencies to disburse payments
The U.S. Bank ReliaCard® is an easy way for government agencies to provide a simple, safe way to access funds. For cardholder questions, visit the U.S. Bank ReliaCard cardholder website.
ReliaCard: A reloadable prepaid debit card for government agencies
As a government agency, you need a simple and cost-effective way to deliver timely payments. The ReliaCard is that solution, allowing you to efficiently disburse payments while your recipients can safely access their funds.
Benefits for your government agency
- Reduce costs associated with paper checks or vouchers, postage, reconciliation, or replacement of lost checks.
- Maximize electronic payments with direct deposit.
- Complements your existing direct deposit processes.
Benefits for your cardholders
- Convenience of funds automatically loaded to their card for as long as they remain eligible.
- Eliminate the need to cash or deposit checks.
- Make purchases or withdraw cash and get cash back at participating merchants everywhere Visa® or Mastercard® debit cards are accepted.
- Security if the card is lost or stolen with Zero Liability.1
Why choose ReliaCard for
government disbursements?
Security
We invest in the data security, fraud protection and compliance programs needed to protect cardholder security.
Savings
Streamline your administration and eliminate costly paper checks, postage and reconciliation.
Convenience
There's no need for recipients to have a bank account or pay check-cashing fees. Deposits are made automatically to the card, and funds are available for immediate use everywhere Visa® or Mastercard® debit cards are accepted.
Extra value
We offer cardholders online and mobile access, alerts, in-network ATMs, online bill pay and customer service.
What type of government agencies can benefit from a prepaid card program?
Family and social services
- Childcare
- Child support
- Health and human services
- Housing authorities
- Temporary assistance for families in need
Financial assistance programs
- Pension programs
- Personal income tax returns
- Workers’ compensation
Workforce and economic support
- Paid family medical leave
- Trade adjustment assistance
- Unemployment insurance
The People’s Prosperity Guaranteed Income pilot program
The City of Saint Paul teamed up with U.S. Bank to pilot the new guaranteed income program. The U.S. Bank ReliaCard helped streamline distribution of funds plus provided an easier way for families to use their money.
Explore other prepaid card options.
Payroll services
Make short work of processing payroll with innovative tools for your business.
Business expenditures
Simplify payroll disbursements and business expenses.
Employee and customer rewards
Show your appreciation to employees and customers.
Ready to get started?
The U.S. Bank ReliaCard is an easy way for government agencies to provide a simple, safe way to access funds. For cardholder questions, visit the U.S. Bank ReliaCard cardholder website.