Your Social Security Statement (Statement) is available to view online by opening a my Social Security account. It is useful for people of all ages who want to learn about their future Social Security benefits and current earnings history. For workers age 60 and older who do not have a my Social Security account, we currently mail Social Security
Statements three months prior to your birthday. Sign in Create your account Sample StatementWe redesigned the Statement to make it easier for you to read and find the information you need! The redesigned Statement now includes a bar graph displaying your personalized retirement benefit estimates at nine different ages, depending on when you want benefits to start. It also includes your earnings history, and information on how to report an error if you find one. We encourage you to review your Statement annually. Below, you can view a sample Statement and the valuable information it provides. Your personal Statement may include different language, depending on your situation.
Fact Sheets Added to StatementWe have added new fact sheets to accompany the Statement. The fact sheets are designed to provide clarity and useful information, based on your age group and earnings situation. They can help you better understand Social Security programs and benefits. These fact sheets include:
Note: If you receive your Statement in English and would like to receive it in Spanish, or vice versa, call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
SSI For People Ages 18 To 64 (En español)Apply Online for SSI and Disability Benefits You will have a chance to review your answers and make changes, if needed. Once you’ve filled everything out, we will ask you to confirm that your answers are true to the best of your knowledge. The
last step is to sign the online application by agreeing to the signature terms and then clicking “Submit Now.” You can check the status of your submitted application using a confirmation number we provide. If someone else submits the online application on your behalf, one of our representatives will contact you by phone to: We will also mail you a paper copy of the Application Summary for your records. Read more about Helping Someone Apply Online. Apply By PhoneCall us to make an appointment to file your application at 1-800-772-1213. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you can call us at TTY 1-800-325-0778. Apply With Your Local OfficeCall to make an appointment with your local Social Security office. The Application ProcessOnce You've AppliedOnce you’ve applied, we’ll review it to make sure you meet the basic requirements and contact you if we have any questions. We might request additional documents from you before we can process your application. We will evaluate your current work activities. Then, we will process your application and forward your case to the Disability Determination Services office in your state. This state agency completes the disability determination for us. Look For Our ResponseYou’ll receive a letter in the mail with our decision. Check The StatusYou can check the status of your SSI application online using your personal my Social Security account. If you are unable to check your status online, call us 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday to check the status of the application. Appeal A DecisionYou have a right to appeal any decision we make about whether you’re entitled to payments. You must request an appeal in writing within 60 days of receiving our decision. To learn more, visit Appeal A Decision. Once You Start Receiving SSIYou must inform us of certain changesYou must report the changes listed here, because they may affect your eligibility for SSI and your payment amount. When Do You Need to Report?Report all changes that may affect your SSI as soon as possible and no later than 10 days after the end of the month in which the change occurred. Reporting your incomeYou can report your income to us in writing, by phone, online, or through our Smartphone app. Visit our SSI Wage Reporting page to learn more. Manage your SSI information with a my Social Security accountOnce you are receiving SSI, your my Social Security account provides personalized tools. You can use my Social Security to:
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