You may need to provide documentation of your bank account to set up the electronic payment of your retirement allowance. In this case, the following documentation is acceptable:

• An Authorization Letter on bank letterhead signed by a bank officer, including all of the following: The names of all account owners, the type of account, the complete account and routing numbers, the bank branch location, and the contact information of the bank officer;

• A preprinted, voided check or direct deposit authorization form, accompanied by a copy of a valid (unexpired) photo identification issued by a U.S. federal or state government agency, which includes your date of birth.