Each state’s division of child support enforcement is responsible for coordinating payments from noncustodial to custodial parents. Once an agreement for child support has been reached between the two parents, either by order or mutual consent, payment should be made accordingly. Many states offer a debit card program through EPPICard™ Master and Visa. These states also offer direct deposits as an alternative to the debit card.

This article provides tips on how to use EPPICard™ and direct deposit to make and obtain child support payments in your state.

States with the Debit EPPICard™ for Child Support Payments

Currently there are 19 states offering this child support debit card for support payments. These states also offer electronic direct deposits. In most cases if the custodial parent doesn’t enroll in direct deposit he/she will be paid with a debit card. The following are states with the child support debit cards: