Get a Replacement Social Security Tax Form Online With Ease
Reading Time: 1 MinuteLast Updated: November 3, 2023
It’s that time of year again. Preparing for tax season can seem overwhelming. Some forms and paperwork might be difficult to track down. If you misplaced your Benefits Statement or haven’t received it by the end of January, we’ve made it easy to go online to get a replacement with a personal my Social Security account.
An SSA-1099, also called a Benefit Statement, is a tax form Social Security mails each year in January to the more than 60 million people who receive Social Security benefits. It shows the total amount of benefits received from Social Security in the previous year so people know how much Social Security income to report to the IRS on their tax return.
For noncitizens who live outside of the United States and received or repaid Social Security benefits last year, we’ll send form SSA-1042S instead. The forms SSA-1099 and SSA-1042S are not available for people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
If you currently live in the United States and need a replacement form SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S, we have a way for you to get a replacement quickly and easily. Go online and get a replacement form with a personal my Social Security account.
Every worker in the United States should create a personal my Social Security account. The secure and personalized features of my Social Security are valuable tools to help Americans plan for retirement.
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Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
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Deborah L.
Having trouble with 1099
R.F.
Hi Deborah, if you need a replacement Form SSA-1099, you can get an instant replacement quickly and easily by using your online my Social Security account.
If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office.
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Bernardo V.
– Please make your information shorter and give access for feedback make an index of important articles.
– I would like to know why do we pay tax on money that we already paid taxes.
– Why people who works part time after retirement pays social security and medicare but does not get anything back.
R.F.
Thank you for your comment, Bernardo. Current law requires everyone working in covered employment or self-employment, regardless of age or eligibility for benefits, to pay Social Security and Medicare taxes.
Generally, if you continue to work while receiving retirement benefits, your monthly benefit amount may increase. Each year, we review the records for all working Social Security recipients to see if additional earnings may increase monthly benefits.
For further income tax questions, you will need to contact the IRS. Their toll-free number is 1-800-829-1040.
Riazul H.
There is nothing wrong with the current SS benefit statement . However – having lived in the US for over 50 plus years – what I need is to have my SS card replaced. It is worn out and needs a replacement.
Could someone guide me in this respect? I have no desire to visit the nearest SS office. Could this be done online or via US Mail services?
Thanks for your response. Please send me an email, which would be appreciated.
R.F.
Hello Riazul, we prefer a government issued document with your picture, as proof of identity to replace your Social Security card. If you do not have one or you cannot get one within a reasonable amount of time, we may be able to use other documents such as:
•Employee identification card;
•School identification card;
•Health insurance card; or
•U.S. military identification card.
Any document you submit, must be an original or certified copy, current (not expired) and show your name, and other identifying information (date of birth or age).
We do offer the option to mail your completed application with the original or certified documents to your local Social Security office or the nearest Card Center in your area.
Also, realize that you may not need a replacement card. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing your Social Security number is what is important.
To see if you’re eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online or to learn more on the process and what documents you will need to get a card, please visit our “Social Security Number & Card” web page. We hope this helps!
Julie
I just feel that it should be more computer friendly and I see that the Social Security Department is trying its best to accomodate. Keep up the great work!
R.F.
Thanks for your feedback, Julie! We’re pleased we can help. We will continue our efforts to meet your requirements and expectations in the years to come.
Randi L.
My mother has Alzheimer’s and can’t sign her name. She needs a replacement 1099 because somehow one hasn’t shown up yet in her mail box. My father wants to get his taxes done and is wondering what has happened to it. He is not allowed to set up an account in her name so how do we get a replacement 1099 for her? He’s been on the phone for hours with no response. Please advise. Thanks
R.F.
Hi Randi. We’re sorry to hear that your father had difficulty reaching someone by phone. We may have been experiencing higher than normal call volume.
Generally, when calling our toll free number (1-800-772-1213), you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Based on the information you provided, it sounds like your mother needs help managing her Social Security benefits. You or your father may want to consider applying to become your mother’s Representative Payee.
As a representative payee, you will be able to talk with us and have access to your mother’s records. In the future, it will make it easier for you to update her account information. A face-to-face interview is required when applying to become someone’s representative payee. You will be asked to provide supporting documentation about your mother’s condition and you will need to contact your local office.
We understand how inconvenient this may be, but we hope that you understand our role in protecting everyone’s personal information. Thanks!
Vesper W.
Need form 1095-c as can’t find it. Does it come from ss or medicare?
R.F.
Hi Vesper, Form 1095-C provides you with information about the health coverage offered by your employer. Your employer generally is required to distribute your Form 1095-C by January 31st, covering information for the previous calendar year. Please contact your HR department. Thanks!
Jeanne M.
My husband, Thomas Wayne Miller passed away April 2017. I have not received his Benefit Statement. His SSN # is: *** – ** – ***
Can a statement be emailed to me at my email address below?
R.F.
We’re sorry for your loss Jeanne. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Or contact your local Social Security office directly.
Just a reminder – Please be cautious about posting personal information on any social media channels, thanks.
Luis a.
We have not received our W 2 forms for 2017 benefits we would like to file our taxes early. our names are Luis N Mendoza, Esther F Mendoza our address is 6685 Harrison court merrillville Indiana 46410 do we need to go to office.
R.F.
Hello Mr. & Mrs. Mendoza! If you’re referring to the SSA-1099, which is a tax form that shows the total amount of benefits you received from Social Security in the previous year, those forms are mailed each year during the month of January.
If you need a replacement form SSA-1099, you can get an instant replacement quickly and easily beginning February 1st by:
•Using your personal my Social Security account;
•Calling us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; or
•Contacting your local Social Security office.
Just a reminder – Please be cautious about posting personal information on any social media channels. Thanks!
Arlene E.
I need a 2018 Benefit Statement. I tried to set up an account on the computer thinking I’d print one off and goofed up the user name and password. I tried to create new ones but the program will not let me do this. How do I remedy this situation?
R.F.
Thank you for using our online services, Arlene.
If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office.