Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement (SSA-1099)
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: January 30, 2025
Tax season is here, and we’ve made replacing your annual Benefit Statement easier. There’s no need to wait on the phone or make an appointment to visit a Social Security office.
The Social Security Benefit Statement is also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S. It is a tax form we mail to you every January if you receive Social Security benefits. It shows the total amount of benefits you received in the previous year, so you know how much Social Security income to report to the IRS on your tax return.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments aren’t taxed. If SSI is the only payment you receive from us, we won’t send you a Benefit Statement.
If you misplace your SSA-1099/SSA-1042S or you didn’t receive the form in January, you can get a replacement online by signing in to your personal my Social Security account.
Select the “Replace Your Tax Form SSA-1099/SSA-1042S” link. Go to the “Choose a year” dropdown menu. Choose from any of the past 6 years for which benefits were paid and select the “Download” link.
A replacement for the most recent tax year will be available beginning February 1.
You can instantly view and print your SSA-1099/SSA-1042S. If you don’t have access to a printer, you can save each document on your computer or laptop or email it.
You can easily create a personal my Social Security account if you don’t have one.
If you’re a noncitizen and you received or repaid Social Security benefits last year, we will mail you form SSA-1042S. If you live outside the U.S. and need a replacement form, you can create your personal my Social Security account with an ID.me credential. If you cannot create an account and you live abroad, please contact your Federal Benefits Unit to request your SSA-1042S.
If you do not have access to the internet or cannot create an account, you have the option to use our automated phone services to request a replacement SSA-1099/SSA-1042S (if you live in the U.S.) The form is available after January 31. Our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″.
If a beneficiary died before the end of last year or before they received their SSA-1099, we will mail the form to the last address on their record. The form is used to file any final tax return, if necessary.
To learn more about this topic, visit:
- Income Taxes and Your Social Security Benefit.
- Withholding Income Tax From Your Social Security Benefits.
- IRS Publication 915 (2024), Social Security and Equivalent Railroad Retirement Benefits.
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Kathryn M.
My ex got his Ssi and I recieved payments for 2 dependents. I only received on for one child. And didn’t recieve for the other. Do I just do one on my taxes or both?
C.B.
Hi, Kathryn. For tax questions, you will need to contact your accountant, financial advisor or the IRS. You can reach the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or you can visit their website. We hope this helps.
Jan
I got to the part where I used the key pad to enter my cell # and was told there was a problem and there was no one available to help. The website says you can request a replacement 1099 when it was not mailed, 24 hours a day. Now I have to wait until Monday to try to speak with someone.
Annette V.
March 7, 2025 1:07AM
My husband passed away in May 2024. I haven’t received his SSA-1099 in the mail as of today 3/7/25. Can’t do 2024 taxes without it.
I don’t have access to his online account. I called the number 1-800-772-1213 as per the instructions but every time I called I waited for at least 2 hours. Is there any way that you can mail/email the SSA-1099?
Roger W.
I did not receive a SSA-1099
C.B.
Hi, Roger. Thanks for using our blog. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this information is helpful.
T.Y.
Hi, Annette. We’re sorry to hear of 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, you will need to make an appointment with your local Social Security office to show 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. For more information, call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask a representative for assistance. Wait times to speak to a representative are typically shorter in the morning, later in the week, and later in the month. We hope this helps.
Patty A.
I have not received my SSA 1099. I go to the gov website for it and the only year it show in the drop down is 2023. How can I get the 2024?
Debra M.
I lost my firm could I have another one emailed to quick.
S.S.
Hi, Patty. Thanks for using our blog. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this information is helpful.
Leonard C.
I did not receive my ssa 1099 sm for 2024.
Nor did I receive my ssa 4929 sm for 2024. What can I do.
S.S.
Hi, Leonard. Thanks for using our blog. You can also request a SSA-1099 using our automated services. Our automated telephone services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this helps!
Pat A.
I have not received my SSA1099 for 2024. Please send asap as I am unable to do my taxes by myself due to my age and have to hire outside help to do it.
C.B.
Hi, Pat. Thanks for using our blog. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this information is helpful.
Janet
How do I get an old SSA-1099 for someone who has passed away so I can file their taxes?
S.S.
Hi, Janet. We’re sorry to hear of 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, you will need to make an appointment with your local Social Security office to show 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. For more information, call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask a representative for assistance. Wait times to speak to a representative are typically shorter in the morning, later in the week, and later in the month. Thanks for using our blog.
WILLIAM S.
/ how do I download multiple social security dates
Carolyn
My husband and I never received our ssa-1099 form for 2024. I am concerned because the forms may have been mailed to a different address or sent to a different address. We have been at this residence for years and have always received are ssa-1099 forms. My concern is what if someone evil tries to use our SS number. I have place fraud alerts at the three credit bureaus, also have placed freeze.can you please advise..
T.Y.
Hi, Carolyn. Thanks for using our blog. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you still need assistance, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this helps.
Jo
My husband passed away in Dec 2024. He was a beneficiary of Social Security Disability, so I was expecting to receive a Form SSA-1099. Until today 3/6/25, I still haven’t received the form. I don’t have access to his online account (it’s probably already canceled). I called the number 1-800-772-1213 as per the instructions in this article, but the line was always so busy, and I haven’t been able to talk with the representative. I tried to call a couple of times, and every time I waited for more than 2 hours. Is there any way that you can mail the form to his registered address ASAP.
T.Y.
Hi, Jo. We’re sorry to hear of 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, you will need to make an appointment with your local Social Security office to show 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. For more information, call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask a representative for assistance. Wait times to speak to a representative are typically shorter in the morning, later in the week, and later in the month. We hope this helps.
Carl B.
How can I access my SS Award Statements greater than six years old?
We need an Original Award Letter for both my Wife and Myself.
Michelle M.
Call the SSA in area and make an appointment to go in to request each one of your 1099/1042S record’s. You need to go in bc have to sign for release.
Marie T.
My mother passed away 1/3/2025, and even though I have submitted requests to USPS to forward mom’s mail to my address, I have not received her SSA-1099 for 2024, so I’m unable to file her taxes. Mom’s 2024 SSA-1099 cannot be sent to her previous address, but needs to be mailed to MY address. What can I do to receive mom’s SSA-1099 for 2024 at MY address? Thank you.
S.S.
Hi, Marie. We’re sorry to hear of 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, you will need to make an appointment with your local Social Security office to show 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. For more information, call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask a representative for assistance. Wait times to speak to a representative are typically shorter in the morning, later in the week, and later in the month. Thanks for using our blog.