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Form DD 688-25, Pre-Authorized Monthly Premium Withdrawals, page 1
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Form DD 688-25, Pre-Authorized Monthly Premium Withdrawals, is an authorization agreement used by policyholders of Principal Financial Group to set up automatic payments for their life or disability insurance premiums. By completing this form, you permit Principal to debit a specified bank account monthly, ensuring your policy premiums are paid on time without manual intervention. Today, this form can be filled out quickly and accurately using AI-powered services like Instafill.ai, which can also convert non-fillable PDF versions into interactive fillable forms.
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Ensures Primary Policy Information is Complete

Validates that the first policy number (PolicyNumber1), the corresponding monthly amount (MonthlyAmt1), and the insured's name (InsuredName1) are all provided. This is crucial as the form's purpose is to authorize payments for at least one policy. Failure to provide this complete set of information would make the authorization ambiguous and prevent processing.

Validates ABA Routing Number

Checks that the Transit and Routing No. field contains exactly 9 digits and conforms to the ABA routing number checksum formula. This validation is critical to ensure that the withdrawal request is sent to the correct financial institution. An invalid routing number will result in a failed transaction and a delay in premium payment.

Verifies Account Number Presence

Confirms that the Account No. field is not empty. The account number is essential for identifying the specific account from which to withdraw funds. Submitting the form without an account number makes the authorization useless and will require manual follow-up, delaying the setup of automatic payments.

Confirms Account Type Selection

Ensures that either 'Checking' or 'Savings' has been selected for the Account Type. This information is often required by the ACH network to process the debit correctly. If no account type is selected, the transaction may be rejected by the financial institution.

Validates Monthly Premium Amount Format

Verifies that any entered Monthly Amount fields contain a valid, positive numerical value representing a currency amount. This prevents processing errors from non-numeric, zero, or negative entries. An invalid amount would prevent the system from knowing how much to withdraw, leading to payment failure.

Requires Primary Account Holder Signature

Checks for the presence of a signature from the primary account holder. The signature is the legal authorization for the company to debit the bank account and is the most critical part of the agreement. A missing signature invalidates the entire form and prevents any withdrawals from being set up.

And 7 more checks
  • Validates Signature Date
  • Requires Financial Institution Name
  • Validates Account Holder Phone Number Format
  • Verifies Voided Check Attachment
  • Enforces Conditional Joint Account Holder Authorization
  • Ensures Logical Policy Entry
  • Requires Primary Account Holder Name

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  1. Navigate to Instafill.ai and upload or select the Pre-Authorized Monthly Premium Withdrawals form.
  2. Use the AI assistant to automatically populate your personal details, such as your name and contact information.
  3. Enter the policy numbers, monthly premium amounts, and the name of the insured or policyowner for each policy you wish to enroll.
  4. Provide your financial institution's information, including the name, phone number, transit/routing number, and your account number.
  5. Specify the account type (checking or savings) from which the premiums will be withdrawn.
  6. Review all entered information for accuracy, then provide your digital signature and the date to authorize the agreement.
  7. Securely download the completed form to mail or fax as per the form's instructions.

Common Mistakes in Completing DD 688-25

The ones the AI is built to catch.

Forgetting to Attach a Voided Check
The form instructions explicitly require attaching a voided check to ensure the accuracy of banking information. Applicants often forget this step, assuming the numbers they wrote are sufficient for processing. Without the voided check, the company cannot verify the account and routing numbers, which will lead to the rejection of the form and significant delays in setting up automatic payments.
Entering an Incorrect Routing or Account Number
Transposing digits in the long routing and account numbers is a very frequent and critical error. This often happens due to misreading a check or a simple manual data entry mistake. An incorrect number will cause the electronic withdrawal to fail, resulting in a missed premium payment, potential late fees, and the risk of the policy lapsing.
Missing Signatures or Dates
An unsigned or undated form is legally invalid and cannot be processed for authorization. Applicants sometimes overlook the signature lines, especially the one for a joint account holder. A missing signature will cause the authorization to be rejected immediately, delaying the setup of premium payments until a properly completed form is received.
Incomplete Policy Information
The form requires a policy number, monthly amount, and insured name for each policy being enrolled. People may forget to enter the monthly premium amount, assuming the company already knows it, or may write an incomplete policy number. This missing information prevents the company from processing the request, as they cannot determine which policy to debit or for what amount.
Failing to Specify the Account Type
The form requires the user to indicate whether the account is 'Checking' or 'Savings' by checking a box, a small detail that is easily missed. If the account type is not specified, the transaction may be processed against the wrong account type and fail. This leads to a returned payment and requires the applicant to resubmit the form correctly.
Joint Account Holder Fails to Sign
When using a joint bank account, many financial institutions require authorization from both account holders for pre-authorized debits. This form provides a separate signature line for a joint account holder, which is often missed if only one person is filling out the paperwork. Failure to obtain the second signature can lead to the bank rejecting the withdrawal request, causing a payment failure.
Omitting Titles for Trust or Corporate-Owned Accounts
The signature line explicitly instructs the signer to include a title like 'Trustee' or a corporate title if the account is owned by an entity. This is a legal requirement to prove the signer has the authority to act on behalf of the trust or corporation. Omitting the title can lead to legal compliance issues and rejection of the form, delaying the payment setup until corrected.
Using Numbers from a Deposit Slip Instead of a Check
Applicants sometimes use a deposit slip to find their account information, but this can be a critical error. The internal routing number printed on a deposit slip can differ from the electronic/ACH routing number required for withdrawals, which is found on a check. Using the wrong routing number will cause the transaction to fail, necessitating a new form submission with the correct information from a check.
Illegible Handwriting on a Printed Form
Since this form may be printed and filled out by hand, poor handwriting can make critical information like policy numbers and bank account details impossible to read. This forces the processing agent to guess, which often leads to data entry errors and failed transactions, or to reject the form outright. To avoid this, it is best to use a tool like Instafill.ai that can convert a non-fillable PDF into a fillable version, eliminating handwriting issues.
Mismatch Between Account Holder and Policyowner Names
The form is often filled out by the policyowner, but the bank account may belong to a different person or entity, such as a spouse or a family trust. If the names on the bank account do not match the policyowner on record, it can trigger a compliance review to verify the relationship and authorization. This can cause significant delays in processing the payment setup while the company seeks clarification.

Frequently Asked Questions About DD 688-25

 

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What is the purpose of this Pre-Authorized Monthly Premium Withdrawals form?
This form authorizes Principal Financial Group to automatically withdraw your monthly life or disability insurance premiums directly from your bank account. This ensures your payments are made on time without you having to mail a check each month.
Who should fill out this form?
Any policyowner who wants to set up recurring, automatic monthly payments for their Principal life or disability insurance policies from a checking or savings account should complete this form.
What documents do I need to submit with this form?
You must attach an unsigned, voided check from the bank account you wish to use for the withdrawals. This helps ensure your account and routing numbers are entered correctly for quick and accurate processing.
How do I submit the completed form?
You can mail the completed form and your voided check to the P.O. Box listed on the form, or you can fax it. Be sure to use the correct fax number for either Life insurance (866-885-0390) or Disability Income insurance (866-825-4779).
Where can I find my bank's transit/routing number and my account number?
Your transit/routing number and account number are printed at the bottom of your checks. The routing number is the nine-digit number on the far left, and your account number is typically the number to its right.
On what day of the month will the premium be withdrawn?
The withdrawal will be made on or around the day of the month that your earliest policy payment is due. It may take up to three days for the debit to appear in your bank account.
What if I have more than three policies I want to pay automatically?
The form has space for three policies. If you have more, you should contact Principal's customer service at 800-247-9988 to determine the best way to set up payments for all your policies.
Will I still receive a paper bill in the mail after setting this up?
No, once your premiums are paid under this automatic withdrawal plan, you will no longer receive monthly premium notices by mail. Transaction confirmations will be sent as required by law and regulation.
Can I change the withdrawal amount or cancel this authorization later?
Yes, as the policyowner, you have the authority to change the withdrawal amount. You can also cancel the authorization by providing notification at least 10 working days before the next scheduled transaction.
My bank account is a joint account. Do we both need to sign?
Yes, if the account is jointly owned, both the primary account holder and the joint account holder must sign and date the authorization form in the designated spaces.
What happens if a withdrawal is dishonored due to insufficient funds?
If a withdrawal is dishonored, you will be responsible for making the premium payment through other means to keep your policy active. Your financial institution may also charge you a fee for the dishonored transaction.
Can I use an AI tool to help me fill out this form?
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If you have a flat, non-fillable PDF, you can upload it to a service like Instafill.ai. It will automatically convert the document into an interactive, fillable form that you can complete on your computer.
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