The District of Columbia Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR) has announced a new option taxpayers can choose to receive their local income tax refunds. Beginning next year, a prepaid card will be available as an alternative to paper checks and direct deposit.
The prepaid cards will be available at no cost to taxpayers, and no bank account or credit check is required to enrol. Taxpayers who choose to receive the cards can use them to conveniently and securely pay bills and make purchases on-line, by telephone, and at retail locations. In addition, taxpayers – including those without bank accounts – can make in-person cash withdrawals at most banks.
This prepaid card is expected to facilitate the receipt of refunds by individuals who do not have bank accounts and is a convenient and secure alternative to the payment of refunds by check.
