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The Social Security Administration assigns Social Security numbers, and administers the Social Security retirement, survivors, and disability insurance programs. They also administer the Supplemental Security Income program for the aged, blind, and disabled.

Agency Details

Acronym:

SSA

Website:

Social Security Administration (SSA)

Contact:

Contact the Social Security Administration

Local Offices:

Find a Social Security Office Near You

Main Address:

6401 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21235

Toll Free:

1-800-772-1213

TTY:

1-800-325-0778

Forms:

Social Security Administration Forms

Government branch:

Independent Agency

Retirement Benefits

Disability Benefits

Get, Replace, or Correct a Social Security Card

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Social Security/Federal Benefits

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If you reside in The Netherlands and have questions regarding services provided by the Social Security Administration (SSA), you must contact the SSA Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) located in Dublin, Ireland.  For more information on their services and how to contact them, please visit their webpage at: https://ie.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/social-security/.

For comprehensive information on SSA’s services abroad, please visit SSA’s webpage Service Around the World.

If you are already receiving SSA benefits payments, there will be no change in the method of distribution of those payments.

Taxes

In order to file taxes you will need to have a Security Number. For more information on paying taxes as a U.S. Citizen please see:

  • The new FATCA FAQ on travel.state.gov or download the FATCA FAQ here (pdf 177 KB)
  • The general Internal Revenue Services Page.
  • The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act or FATCA website from the IRS.

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Important Information

Our website, www.ssa.gov, is the best way for people with access to the internet to get help. If you cannot use our website, call our National 800 Number or your local Social Security office for help. We will schedule an appointment for you, if necessary.

If you must visit an office: Physical distancing of at least 6 feet and masks are required. We will provide a mask if you do not have one. You may need to wait outside because space in our offices may be limited. Please plan for the weather. We ask that you come alone unless you require help with your visit. If you require help, we can only permit one adult to join you. Children are allowed. Visit www.ssa.gov or call first, if possible, so you know what documents to bring. Find out which offices are closed, or open by appointment only, by visiting www.ssa.gov/emergency

People without an appointment should expect long lines, especially during the busiest times in our offices: Mondays, the morning after a Federal holiday, and the first week of the month.

We may offer you an appointment for a future date or call you back to provide the service you are requesting.

Using our online services, you can:

  • Apply for most types of benefits
  • Estimate your future benefits
  • Do so much more

To learn more, visit What You Can Do Online.

Using our online services, you can:

  • Apply for most types of benefits
  • Estimate your future benefits
  • Do so much more

To learn more, view our online services.

National 800 Number

Toll-Free: 1-800-772-1213

National 800 Number

Toll-Free: 1-800-772-1213

Red Book Home

Introducing The Red Book

What's New In 2020?

Contacting Us

How Do We Define Disability?

Overview Of Our Disability Programs

Returning To Work

How Do Employment Supports Help?

Resources To Assist You Return To Work

Resources To Assist Youth With the Transition To A Successful Adulthood

SSDI and SSI Employment Supports

SSDI Only Employment Supports

SSI Only Employment Supports

Special Rules For Persons Who Are Blind

Additional Help With Health Care For Persons With Disabilities

Example of Concurrent Benefits With Employment Supports

Demonstration Projects Update

Glossary

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How to Reach Social Security

Internet Access

Our internet site, Social Security Online, is located at www.ssa.gov. Most Social Security publications and other public information materials are available at this site.

Links that may be of interest to the community serving persons with disabilities:

  • www.socialsecurity.gov/disability -- This site provides comprehensive information on our disability benefits programs.
  • choosework.ssa.gov -- This site provides information on our Ticket to Work program.
By Telephone

For questions about work incentives and to find out more about our Ticket to Work Program, please call our Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 or 1-866-833-2967 (TTY), between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday. You may also contact us by email at.

For general Social Security inquiries, call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 or 1-800-325-0778 (TTY) between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. We can answer most questions over the phone.

Find Your
Local Office

If you have a problem or question, try our toll-free telephone number first. Our telephone representatives will either help you or put you in contact with your local office, if needed. Many local telephone directories list local offices under “Social Security.”

If you have internet access, you can find your local office by going to the Social Security Office Locator on our website, Social Security Online, at www.socialsecurity.gov/locator. Enter your postal ZIP code to get the address, telephone number, and directions to your local office.
By Mail

If you are unable to resolve a problem after calling our toll-free telephone number or after contacting your local office, you may write to the Office of Public Inquiries:

Social Security Administration
Office of Public Inquiries
6401 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21235-6401

my Social Security

Get your free personal online my Social Security account today! If you receive benefits, you can:

  • Get your benefit verification letter;
  • Check your benefit and payment information;
  • Check the status of your Social Security benefit application or appeal filed with us;
  • Change your address and phone number;
  • Start or change your direct deposit;
  • Get a replacement SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S for tax season;
  • Request a replacement Medicare card;
  • Report wages for your Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits.

Setting up an account is quick, secure, and easy.

Visit our website at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount/ to find out how.

You may now request a replacement Social Security card online if you live in selected states or the District of Columbia. If you are not requesting a name change or other change on your card and you have a valid driver’s license or a state-issued I. D. card, you may be able to apply for a replacement card online with a my Social Security account atwww.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount/.

Request copies of the Red Book or other SSA Publications

If you want copies of the Red Book or other public information materials, you

Email:     ;
Fax:         410-965-2037;
Phone:     410-965-2039; or
Mail:       Social Security Administration
                Office of Supply & Warehouse Management
                Attn: Requisition and Quality Control Team
                2508 Robert M. Ball Building
                6401 Security Blvd.
                Baltimore, MD 21235-6301

We will not ship to Post Office boxes.

Send Comments or Suggestions about the Red Book

Mail your comments to:

Social Security Administration
Office of Research, Demonstration, and Employment Support
Attention: Red Book Editor
P.O. Box 17778
Baltimore, MD 21235-7778

or Fax your comments to:
410-597-0825,
Attention: Red Book Editor

or Email:

How do I speak to a live person at Social Security?

You can call our National 800 Number at 1-800-772-1213 between 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Wait times to speak to a representative are typically shorter early in the day (between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. local time) or later in the afternoon (between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. local time).

How do I contact Social Security to ask a question?

CONTACTING SOCIAL SECURITY We are available to assist you by telephone, mail, or at www.ssa.gov/agency/contact/ through the internet. Our toll-free number is 1-800-772-1213. Teleservice representatives are on duty to answer your calls between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

How do I make an appointment with local SSA?

If you do not want to apply for benefits online, or you need to speak to us for any other reason, you can schedule, reschedule or cancel an appointment by: Calling us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 8:00 am – 7:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Contacting your local Social Security office.

How long does it take for Social Security to answer the phone?

Avoid Calling Social Security During Busy Times The amount of time you will wait on the phone to speak to a live representative can vary, based on when you call and what issue you need resolved. In 2021, the average wait time was just over 13 minutes, according to data from the Social Security Administration.