Easily Access Your Social Security Benefit Statement
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: November 3, 2023
Social Security puts you in control of your finances and future. We have made requesting or replacing your annual Benefit Statement even easier. The Benefit Statement is also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S. Now you have the ability to download it anytime and anywhere you want using our online services. There’s no need to visit a field office.
An SSA-1099 is a tax form Social Security mails each year in January to people who receive Social Security benefits. It shows the total amount of benefits you received from Social Security in the previous year so you know how much Social Security income to report to IRS on your tax return.
If you currently live in the United States and you need a replacement form SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S, simply go online and request an instant, printable replacement form with a my Social Security account.
A replacement SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S is available for the previous tax year after February 1.
If you already have a personal my Social Security account, you can access your online account to view and print your SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S. If you don’t have access to a printer, you can save the document on your computer or laptop and email it. If you don’t have a my Social Security account, creating a secure account is very easy to do and usually takes less than 15 minutes.
If you’re a noncitizen who lives outside of the United States and you received or repaid Social Security benefits last year, we will send you form SSA-1042S instead. The forms SSA-1099 and SSA-1042S are not available for people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
When you have access to your benefit information, you can make knowledgeable decisions about your financial future. With you in control, you can secure today and tomorrow for yourself and your loved ones. Visit our website to find out more.
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Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
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Jose A.
How can I find out how many credits I have and see if I am eligible to receive Medicare?
tungching j.
why i cant sign in my ss acct
i was in the office on 4/11 on the ss in staten island and they told i can sign in after few days
elizabeth
The whole system of complicated passwords
renders access to records via emails useless to me
Robin
I can not get into my information and I need a replacement tax benefit statement. I tried to go onto my social security to get an account but it wont recognize me. I need it today!
Vivian D.
I have not received my 1099 for 2018. I have asked and was told that i would receive it as of last week! I have not been successful setting up an account. My vpn is not operating properly! Public service makes me nervous! Some of the questions that are asked: i simply don’t know nor remember. candyvivian987@icloud.com
Michelle D.
How do I have my account that I was trying to set up online reset,because it got messed up before I finished it and now won’t let me signup
Ann C.
Hi, Michelle. If you are still unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
LuAnn H.
I am 58 and disabled since 2015. I was in the middle of amy divorce when I filed. I’ve spoken to several reps and still don’t get answers. I am divorced after 30 years and will not receive Maintenance until my home is sold. Yes.. I agreed to that.. I basically thought his promises were true.. Not even close..MY x husband made substantially more than I did. I recieve $744.00 monthly and had to apply for SNAP benefits. I barely make ends meet. It’s been over 2 years since my divorce and I have to depend on money from family to survive.. It’s Very hard to do and embarrassing for me because I was so independent and stubborn. PLEASE.. Can I recieve benefits from my x-husband. I’ve been so gullible and now.. If I could ever go back.. I would have NEVER ever signed the divorce agreement with what I know now. He’s actually retired and on 3/4 pension from a LOD injury. He recieves $8.990.00
Monthly. He pays some of the expenses for the home but always late.. I live in the primary home. The home never got approved by build it back. They said I didn’t redpond with some information.. Not true.. They lost my papers. I fought but no luck so my home needs extensive repairs and I cannot afford this. Please, can I get sime of my benefits from my x-husband.. I need solid advice ASAP
Thank you
Tanya R.
The earliest you can get benefits as a former spouse is age 62.
That would also be the earliest you can get benefits as a current spouse. The disability benefit on your own record is what’s currently payable. Have you considered Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
Ann C.
Hi, LuAnn. We are sorry to hear about your condition and situation. To be eligible for divorced spouse benefits, you had to be married to your former spouse for at least 10 years, be age 62 or older, and you cannot be eligible for a higher benefit on your own record. For more information, visit our Benefits Planner: If You Are Divorced web page. You may be eligible to receive social services from the state in which you live. These services include free meals, housekeeping help, transportation, or help with other problems. To get information about services in your area and find out if you qualify, you will need to contact your state or local social services or welfare office. We hope this helps!
gretchen h.
please note my change of address
WAS 9436 SW Wood Parkway, Portland, Or 97219
IS NOW 13505 SE River Road, Portland, OR 97222
phone 971 3471213
Judy W.
Never put private info on any site. My identity was recently stolen. It’s been HELL…
Never trust an online account or any one stating they are any government office.
Just a warrning.
And good luck actually going there.
They are pitiful. I didn’t get what I needed today, they sent me somewhere else.
I’m not a happy camper!!!
Barbara L.
I just filled out the SSI to create my account and I don’t recall receiving a code. Perhaps I exited too soon ?
Anibal N.
Hi, I, need the new SS ID card . Do to the visit at Dr.
office require the ID card .