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Thank you for choosing TreasuryDirect!

View a TreasuryDirect Guided Tour to learn more, or just open an account in 3 easy steps right now. Our secure application process should only take about 10 minutes. Keep in mind, that when establishing a TreasuryDirect account, you will be bound by our terms and conditions.

Step 1

Gather the information you'll need to complete our easy, online application. By the way, you should take a look at our privacy and security notices.

• Social Security Number (Taxpayer Identification Number)
• Driver's License Number or State ID and Expiration Date
• Bank Routing Number and Account Number (The checking or savings account you'd like to use to set up your TreasuryDirect account.)
• E-mail Address
• A browser that supports 128-bit encryption (Here's a couple of links if you need an upgrade to IE 5.01 or later and Netscape 6.2 or later).

Step 2

Tell us about yourself, and then wait just a few seconds while we verify your information online.

Step 3

Choose a password, password reminder, and additional authentication questions and we'll send you an e-mail with your account number.

That's all it takes to begin doing business directly with the U.S. Treasury!

To open a TreasuryDirect account, apply now!