Directly: Buy T Bills

When the bill matures, the government pays you the full face value ($1,000). The difference is your earned interest.

Interest is subject to federal tax but is exempt from all state and local taxes. 💻 How to Buy Directly via TreasuryDirect Treasury Bills - TreasuryDirect buy t bills directly

We sell Treasury Bills (Bills) for terms ranging from four weeks to 52 weeks. Bills are sold at a discount or at par (face value). TreasuryDirect (.gov) Treasury Bills (T-Bills): What They Are and How to Invest When the bill matures, the government pays you