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
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Randall R.
Need a copy of mother’s 1099 for 2018. She passed away November 28, 2018. Filing her tax return and have misplaced last year’s 1099.
A.C.
We are sorry to hear about your loss, Randall. The SSA-1099 is mailed to the last address in our records and is intended for the spouse or executor of the deceased. If you did not receive the benefit statement, the executor will need to go into the local Social Security office with proof of death and proof of executorship. An SSA-1099 can also be given to someone receiving benefits on the deceased beneficiary’s record such as a spouse, parent, or child of the deceased. If you need more information, call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask a representative for assistance. We hope this helps.
James B.
Please help me receive a replacement fir my lost ss form
Thank you – J. Bradshaw Mintener (Brad), Canton, NY
A.C.
Hi, James. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Suzannah V.
I need to get a copy of my mother’s 1099 for social security for year 2018. She passed away last year, she was living with me and my address was used to report her 2017 taxes. However, I did not receive the document. I was going to set up an account so that I could get a copy, but did not as per the terms and conditions. Please advise on how I can obtain the copy for Joy Ann Ladd. Thank you.
A.C.
Hi, Suzannah. We are sorry to hear about your loss. The SSA-1099 is mailed to the last address in our records and is intended for the spouse or executor of the deceased. If you did not receive the benefit statement, the executor will need to go into the local Social Security office with proof of death and proof of executorship. An SSA-1099 can also be given to someone receiving benefits on the deceased beneficiary’s record such as a spouse, parent, or child of the deceased. If you need more information, call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask a representative for assistance. We hope this helps.
Robert M.
I am missing my tax form SSA-1099 ,how can I get it online.
Robert Michael McCann
My wife has received her SSA-1099, mine has been lost in
transport
A.C.
Hi, Robert. You can request a replacement SSA-1099/1042S for Tax Year 2018 by visiting your personal my Social Security account. You can also contact or visit your local Social Security office. They can assist with a replacement 1099. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps.
Debbie M.
I need a replacement 1042. I can’t remember my old email account in order to enter the My Social Security. Can I do this over the phone? I have tried to create a new account but am unable to do so.
Mary L.
I WAS TRYING TO GET ANOTHER 1099 FORM FOR INCOME TAXES THE INFORMATION I PUT IN IT SAYS COULD NOT FINE BUT THIS IS MY CORRECT, FORGOT TO ENTER MY MAILING ADDRESSIS 2438TRINITY CH. RD.
A.C.
Hi, Mary. If you are still unable to access your 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. Your local office can also assist with a replacement SSA-1099. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media.
We hope this is resolved soon.
ETHEL J.
did not get a tax report this year or 2018 taxes
V.V.
Hi Ethel, thank you for using our blog. Social Security sends the SSA-1099 each year in January to people who receive Social Security benefits using the address they have on file with Social Security.
You can request a replacement 2018 SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S using your my Social Security account. If you do not already have an account, you can create one. Once you are logged in to your account, select the “Replacement Documents” tab.
If you are unable to create a my Social Security account or do not want to request it online, 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. or you can contact your local Social Security office.
Roselyn M.
I have tried several times to set up an account for access to get a replacement FORM SSA-1099 for 2018. I put in e-mail address, SS # and date of birth and get the notation cannot find record. So, what is happening?
L.A.
Hi Roselyn. We are sorry to hear you had difficulties requesting a replacement SSA-1099. Please call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask for a representative. We hope this can be resolved soon.
Adena k.
Put incorrect soc sec number on return form. Need to correct.
V.V.
Hi Adena. You will need to complete another Form W-4V from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). You can download the form or call the IRS toll-free at 1-800-829-3676 and ask for one. Sign the form and return it to your local Social Security office by mail or in person.
Ann
I am a Payee Representative for my Sister. She has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease, and placed in an adult care facility.
Her SSI-1099 was mailed to her previous home address, and she never received it. How do I get a copy in order to file her income tax?