OCFS-4744. Adoption Subsidy Direct Deposit/Debit Card Authorization Form

Form OCFS-4744 is an Adoption Subsidy Direct Deposit/Debit Card Authorization Form used by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. The purpose of this form is to allow adoptive parents to authorize the direct deposit of adoption subsidy payments into their bank account or onto a debit card.

The form consists of sections where the adoptive parents provide their banking information or debit card details, as well as their authorization for the Office to make the subsidy payments through the chosen method. The form may include instructions for completing the direct deposit authorization.

Important fields in this form include accurate and complete banking or debit card information, as well as the adoptive parents' signature to authorize the subsidy payments through the selected method. Ensuring that the subsidy payments are delivered efficiently and securely is crucial for supporting adoptive families in caring for their children.

Application Example: An adoptive family who qualifies for an adoption subsidy needs to complete this form to authorize the direct deposit of the subsidy payments into their bank account. The family will provide their account information and sign the form to receive the payments electronically.

No additional documents are mentioned in the form, but the adoptive parents may need to provide documentation related to their adoption subsidy eligibility to initiate the payment process.

Related Form: OCFS-4745. This form might be used for reporting any changes or updates related to the direct deposit or debit card authorization for adoption subsidy payments.