Taxes

Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement (SSA-1099)

March 14, 2019 • By

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Last Updated: March 14, 2019

Now that it’s tax season, you might be gathering all of your forms and documentation from the previous year. Sometimes getting all that material together — receipts for donations, business expenses, and travel — can be overwhelming. And losing one vital piece can take up time that you might not be able to spare.

The Social Security 1099 (SSA-1099) or Benefit Statement is a tax form Social Security mails each year in January. 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 the IRS on your tax return. Luckily, Social Security has you covered. If you live in the United States and you need a copy of your SSA-1099 or 1042S tax form, simply go online and get an instant, printable copy of your form with a my Social Security account.

A Social Security1042S (SSA-1042S) is for a noncitizen who lives outside the United States and received or repaid Social Security benefits last year.

If you have a question, want help finding the information you need, or just can’t figure out how to do something online, another way to get in touch with us is by calling our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213. We provide an automated service option to handle some business, but you can also speak to a Social Security representative between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, call our toll-free TTY number, 1-800-325-0778, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. local time, Monday through Friday.

Tax season can be a stressful time for some, but we’ve tried to make it easier for you. Remember to share this information with friends and family. If you need a copy of your SSA-1099 or 1042S, go online and get a replacement form with a my Social Security account.

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Darlynda Bogle, Assistant Deputy Commissioner

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  1. Ricky J.

    I need a copy of my 2018 SA 1099

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Ricky, thanks for using our blog. To replace an SSA-1099 for years prior to 2019, please call us at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance or 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.

  2. roger d.

    i need my ssa-1099 for 2019 to file my taxs

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Roger. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page on how to obtain a replacement 1099. You also may be able to request a replacement SSA-1099 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 replacement SSA-1099. We hope this helps.

  3. Cathy

    In 2020 Medicare Part B & Part D premiums are being deducted from my SSI. Will the Benefits Paid amount on 1099/SSA for 2020 have the amount paid prior to or after these deductions?

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Cathy, thanks for using our blog. The SSA-1099 is a tax form we mail 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. It shows all payments made to the beneficiary as well as payments that were withheld but count as payments. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for more details.

  4. Scott R.

    How do I receive my benefits from 2019 social security for my son

  5. bruce t.

    how can I view my 2019 ssa 1099 on line..I would like to complete my taxes. and if not may you please send to my current address

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Bruce, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page on how to obtain a replacement 1099. You also may be able to request a replacement SSA-1099 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 replacement SSA-1099. We hope this helps.

  6. Dr. C.

    I never received form SSA 1099 by mail. I am living and working in South Korea now and need that information to complete my 2019 tax returns. I am also unable to access the web addresses provided to download a replacement. Thank you for your help. SS # ***-**-0660

    • Ann C.

      Hi, Dr. Brown. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. Since you are living outside of the U.S. you can contact your local Federal Benefits Unit for any assistance related to Social Security benefits. Also, our Office of International Operations home page provides more information to assist our customers living abroad. We hope this helps.

  7. Iris I.

    I need copy of my form ssa1099

  8. raymond w.

    help! I have been wondering, If the IRS, and the SSA are sending info. to each other, then how do you send anything to an old address,and bank account.

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Raymond, thanks for using our blog. If you are having issues with your economic impact payment, please visit the IRS Economic Impact Payments Information Center to answer your questions. If you are unable to find the answer, call the IRS hotline at 1-800-919-9835. Thanks!

  9. Charles A.

    Need 2019 Social Security 1099 for tax return

  10. Charles A.

    I need my Social Benefit Statement for 2019

    • Charles A.

      I need an immediate copy of my 2019 1099 Social Security Benefit statement for my tax return
      Meeting with account tomorrow

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Charles. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page on how to obtain a replacement 1099. You also may be able to request a replacement SSA-1099 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 replacement SSA-1099. We hope this helps.

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