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UPAY - How to Request a TCard
The Department Head identifies employees who will be issued TCards.
Complete a University of Illinois TCard Authorization/Agreement and Application and Information Form
The TCard Authorization/Agreement and Application Information Form must be completed as instructed on the form and signed by the applicant and the Department Head. The form must be submitted to the Department Card Manager (DCM) for processing and retention.
Applicant Training
In keeping with industry best practices and an ongoing initiative to maintain high TCard program compliance, the University of Illinois requires TCard training for all employees requesting a T- Card. The applicant must complete the TCard Certification Course and pass the certification quiz prior to the application being processed by University Payables.
DCM Generates TCard Application
The DCM generates an online application using the TCard Solution (TCS).
To access the TCS, choose one of the options below:
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- Visit the OBFS website and choose the application
- Go directly to the URL or Web page; https://appserv6.admin.uillinois.edu/TCard/.
Submit TCard Authorization/Agreement Application Information Form to University Payables
The DCM must retain the original, signed TCard Authorization/Agreement and Application and Information form. The completed form must be faxed or emailed to the University Payables at 217- 239-6735 or cco@uillinois.edu.
University Payables Processes the Request
University Payables verifies that all application processes and training requirements are complete and authorizes the issuance of the TCard by the Bank. The Bank mails the TCard directly to the applicant at the address provided on the application.
Note: If the applicant does not complete the training within 30 days of the request, his/her application may be deleted