Why Choose the SilverCard? 
Perfect card for government/benefits check recipients How it works | Frequently Asked Questions
FREE Transaction Fees
Use your SilverCard MasterCard for Signature Transactions and your Signature Transaction Fee will be FREE.
FREE Activation Fee
To receive a rebate on your activation fee, download the SilverCard Mail-In Rebate Form, complete all the information and
mail it to the address listed on the form. Please allow 30 calendar
days for processing the rebate to your SilverCard.
FREE Online Statements
Access your SilverCard card account for FREE online 24/7.
FREE Email and Text Message Alerts
Your card
account balance can be text messaged to your cell phone or emailed to
you each day for FREE. Alerts can be activated through your online card
account.
FREE Automated Voice Response
It's FREE to call into our automated voice response system for any reason.
Free Direct Deposit
No more waiting to get your paycheck or standing in line to cash your
check. Payday can now be faster and more convenient with Direct
Deposit. Your employer can automatically deposit your paycheck or
government check directly to your card. And, it's FREE! By
automatically having your check deposited to your SilverCard you have
immediate access to your money every payday. Provide your employer with
the voided check that came with your SilverCard.
Add Cash Instantly
Adding cash to your SilverCard is quick and easy thanks to over 100,000 participating retail locations, including Western Union®, MoneyGram® ExpressPayment® and PayXone locations.
Wire Transfer
You can initiate a Federal Reserve Wire Transfer of up to $2,500 per day.
PayPal Transfers
You can transfer money from a PayPal account directly to your SilverCard for FREE.
Pay Any Bill
You can pay any bill or send a check to
anyone (nearly 5,000 billers available) from your card and avoid late
fees and check cashing fees. You can also schedule multiple payments or
recurring payments, such as your rent, car payment or electricity bill,
online or over the phone 24/7.
Share Funds
Share money with any other SilverCard cardholder.
Shop or Get Cash Anywhere
Use your SilverCard everywhere Debit MasterCard is accepted. Use for
everyday purchases at locations such as grocery stores, restaurants,
retail stores, gas stations, or online and over the phone. And, you can
withdraw cash at millions ATMs worldwide.
Card Account Management Methods
Know how much money you have every time you swipe or use your card.
Your card account balance can be text messaged to your cell phone or
emailed to you each day. And with 24/7 online card account access, you
can view your card account history, payment history and spending
summary to get an at-a-glance-idea of how much you are spending and
where.
Safer to Carry Than Cash
Relax knowing your money is safe. If your SilverCard is ever lost or
stolen, unauthorized transactions are protected by the MasterCard Zero
Liability Policy.