Whether you are a non-custodial parent who has paid child support for years or expect these obligations soon as someone getting a divorce, it is crucial to familiarize yourself with your payment options. When it comes to child support, every parent is in a unique situation and many factors can impact the amount they have to pay. Likewise, different issues can affect the way in which a parent pays support.
Regardless of how you make child support payments, it is critical to stay current in order to avoid devastating consequences.
Ways you can pay child support
The Tennessee Department of Human Services covers some of the different ways that you can make child support payments in this state. A majority of parents pay support through income withholding orders, but you may not have this option. For example, if you are self-employed, finding a different payment method could become necessary. You can pay support online, over the phone, via postal mail, through an app or in person at kiosks around the state.
You can submit child support payments using a credit card, debit card, cash, bank account, check or money order.
Fees and other child support payment issues
Depending on the payment method you choose, you could have to pay fees for every transaction. You can set up recurring payments to automatically pull funds from your account or you can make a one-time payment. You should also remember that it can take time for the state to receive your child support payments, depending on the method you choose, and pay in advance.
