There is no written notification provided for approval. The claimant will receive funds via direct deposit, an existing debit card, or will receive a new debit card. Payment may take up to as many as 21 days, but should generally be received sooner. If a debit card is selected as the method of payment, it has to be mailed, so that could also affect the time it takes to receive payment. If a claimant is NOT approved, they will receive written notification (Notice of Determination).