Get Your New Standardized Benefit Verification Letter Online
Reading Time: 1 MinuteLast Updated: November 2, 2023
If you receive a Benefit Verification letter, sometimes called a “budget letter,” a “benefits letter,” a “proof of income letter,” or a “proof of award letter,” we have good news for you! A new standardized Benefit Verification letter is now available when you need proof of Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income, or Medicare.
In addition to name, date of birth, and the benefits received, the new Benefit Verification letter includes other identifiers to prevent misuse and fraud. This is an added benefit to you as proof of income for loans, housing assistance, mortgage, and other verification purposes.
The same standardized letter is also available if you need proof that you do not receive benefits, or proof that benefits are pending. If you are an individual representative payee, you can use the my Social Security Representative Payee portal to access the same standardized Benefit Verification letter online for your beneficiaries.
This new standardized Benefit Verification letter is another example of our commitment to improve our service to you.
No matter how you request your letter, whether calling our National 800 Number, your local office, the Interactive Voice Response system, or online with your personal my Social Security account, the Benefit Verification letter now contains a seamless look.
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Grace M. Kim, Deputy Commissioner, Operations
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Ann R.
Hello. I cannot login to my SSA account. I’ve forgotten the password and answers and I’ve requested a temporary password be sent but I never received it. Can I cancel this account and set up a new one? I really need to know how to fix this. Thank you for any help.
Vonda
Hi Ann, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on what to do if you’re having difficulties with your my Social Security account. We hope this is helpful!
Paula P.
I received a letter asking me for some info from me where do I take it? Or how do you want me to send it? I have called and called, left messages and no response, please let me know what to do? Thank you
Alvey t.
Been denied disability 2 times now haven’t received a letter why been 3 years now with no income thanks
Vonda
We are sorry to hear about your disability. If you were recently denied, you may file an appeal within 60 days of receiving the decision.
If you need help requesting a review, call us at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance or contact your local Social Security office. Look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal.
Some individuals may be eligible to receive additional assistance from the state where they live; while they wait for a final determination on their disability claim. These services include Medicaid, free meals, housekeeping help, transportation or help with other problems. You can get information about services in your area from your state or local social services office. You can also visit the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services web page for more information. We hope this information is helpful!
Diana S.
I am requesting an award letter form so that I can receive my reimbursement funds from VIa Benefits.
Diana S.
I am requesting a award letter form so that I will receive my automatic premium reimbursement from Via Benefits. Thank you. Diana scott
Vonda
Hi Diana, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to get a benefit verification letter. This letter is sometimes called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter. You also may be able to request a benefit verification letter by using our automated telephone service at 1-800-772-1213. You can conduct the automated services 24 hours a day. At the prompt, indicate that you’re requesting a proof of income letter. We hope this helps.
Rick D.
I am trying to get my pension. And they said, they wanted a 5 page benefit letter. I down loaded the 2 page letter that had all my information on it. But, they sent it back, saying again. They wanted the 5 pager. Around & around I go. Please, help me.
Vonda
Hi Rick, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to get a benefit verification letter. This letter is sometimes called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter. You also may be able to request a benefit verification letter by using our automated telephone service at 1-800-772-1213. You can conduct the automated services 24 hours a day. At the prompt, indicate that you’re requesting a proof of income letter. We hope this helps.
Susan G.
Waterbury, CT office has abused their power and have lied to two congressional offices about the proof that I gave them and I have proof that on October 17th 2019 when I went to their office I gave them receipts and another time I gave them bank statements and they continue to lie
Edward R.
how do you get the damn letter, its not clear in this notice from you
Josita S.
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Vonda
Hi Edward, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to get a benefit verification letter. This letter is sometimes called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter. You also may be able to request a benefit verification letter by using our automated telephone service at 1-800-772-1213. You can conduct the automated services 24 hours a day. At the prompt, indicate that you’re requesting a proof of income letter. We hope this helps.
Ann S.
EXACTLY!!!! I’m having a very hard time as well.
Roger M.
I’m on soc. sec. but received a letter indicating I may be eligible for additional benefits because of my wife’s recent filing and acceptance. But, I can’t see ANYTHING that says “apply for spousal benefits”?? Am I supposed to just file again as if I was applying as a brand new recipient?
Vonda
Hi Roger, thanks for using our blog. Please contact your local Social Security office. Look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.
Jerry P.
I googled that I needed a SS card and was directed to a site where I was abled to order one on line. It was a little expensive but very covenant
Susan M.
You should never have to pay for a social security card. They’re free always been. They may have charged you for shipping but you should not ever have to pay for a social security card. I’d check into that.
Vonda
Hi Jerry, thanks for using our blog. It is free to get a Social Security card. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details. We hope this helps!
daniel w.
I withdrew my ssi benefits to continue to work but I haven’t received a response. It has been well over a month. Should I call
Vonda
Hi Daniel, thanks for using our blog. You can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.