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:
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Retirement Benefits
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MySocialSecurity Online Account
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Social Security cannot answer questions about economic impact payments under the recently enacted law, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act. Treasury, not Social Security, will be making direct payments to eligible people. For more information, visit www.irs.gov/coronavirus.
Many of our services are now available online, like applying for Social Security benefits, requesting a replacement Social Security card, getting your Social Security Statement, and benefit verification letter.
You can also look for answers to your questions on our Frequently Asked Questions page.
We realize that each person’s situation is unique. While we are unable to answer questions in this forum that require access to your personal information, such as benefits you may be entitled to, we care. Please call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) for assistance. Representatives are available between 8a.m. and 7p.m., Monday through Friday. For the location and other information about your local Social Security office, use our locator.
If you cannot find your answer online and do not have a question about your personal situation, complete the form below to send us an email. Please do not include Social Security numbers in your message.
We are experiencing high volumes of email and may not be able to respond to your inquiry promptly. We appreciate your patience.
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How can we help? (En español)
You can use our online services to apply for benefits, check the status of your claim or appeal, request a replacement Social Security card (in many areas), get an instant benefit verification letter, and much more.
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Local Social Security offices are offering more in-person appointments and have resumed in-person service for people without an appointment1. As we expand in-person service, we expect our offices to be very busy. We strongly encourage you to continue to go online, call us for help, and schedule appointments in advance. If you visit an office, please keep these very important points in mind: View
a list of offices closed to in-person service (telephone only) or providing in-person service only by appointment at our Office Closings and Emergencies webpage. If you are thinking about appealing a decision, or you have an appeal pending, we want you to know you have options that could help you have your hearing sooner. Is it time for
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What you should know before you visit
1 See if your office is only available by phone or only open for appointments
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