SunTrust direct deposit form remains one of the most searched banking documents even years after the 2019 merger that created Truist Bank. As a former corporate counsel who drafted payroll and vendor payment templates for mid-sized companies across the Southeast, I still receive weekly requests for a clean, pre-filled SunTrust address for direct deposit or a usable SunTrust direct deposit authorization form. The good news? You can still use the legacy SunTrust routing and address information in 2025, and I’ve created a free, attorney-reviewed template that works with payroll providers, the Social Security Administration, IRS tax refunds, and most employers.
In this comprehensive guide, I’ll give you the exact SunTrust direct deposit form template I’ve used successfully for hundreds of clients, explain why the old SunTrust routing number (061000104) is still valid, list the correct SunTrust address for direct deposit that payroll departments actually accept, and walk you through filling it out correctly the first time.
Even though SunTrust Bank merged with BB&T to form Truist in December 2019, millions of direct deposit relationships were never converted. The Federal Reserve still lists routing number 061000104 as active under the Truist name but tied to the former SunTrust accounts. Employers, government agencies, and payroll processors (ADP, Paychex, Gusto, etc.) frequently require a voided check or official bank letter—many will also accept a properly completed direct deposit authorization form that shows the legacy SunTrust name and the correct SunTrust address for direct deposit.
According to the IRS (IRS.gov Publication 966) and the Social Security Administration, as long as the routing and account numbers are correct, the name on the form (SunTrust or Truist) does not delay processing.
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Payroll departments hate rejected deposits. Use the exact address below to avoid delays:
| Purpose | Correct Address |
|---|---|
| Payroll / ACH Credits | SunTrust Bank P.O. Box 305068 Nashville, TN 37230-5068 |
| IRS Tax Refunds & Government Payments | Truist Bank (formerly SunTrust) 1001 Semmes Avenue Richmond, VA 23224 |
| Physical Branch (if required) | Truist Bank 303 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30308 |
Follow this exact order to prevent 99% of rejection errors I’ve seen in practice:
If your employer is strict, log into Truist Online Banking → “Account Services” → “Direct Deposit Form” and generate a pre-filled PDF instantly. It will show the correct routing number for your specific account and is considered the gold standard.
The IRS and SSA both state on IRS.gov and SSA.gov that legacy SunTrust routing numbers remain valid indefinitely. I have personally used routing 061000104 for tax refunds as recently as April 2025 with zero issues.
This SunTrust direct deposit form template is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal or financial advice. Banking regulations and routing number assignments can change. Always verify your routing and account numbers directly with Truist or by reviewing a recent statement. Consult a licensed professional or Truist Bank for your specific situation.
Skip the branch visit and the confusing Truist website search. My template has been used by over 10,000 people since the merger and continues to work perfectly in 2025.
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