Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement (SSA-1099)
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Tax season is approaching, and Social Security has made replacing your annual Benefit Statement even easier. The Benefit Statement is also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S. Now you can get a copy of your 1099 anytime and anywhere you want using our online services.
A Social Security 1099 is a tax form Social Security mails 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 the IRS on your tax return.
If you live in the United States and you need a replacement form SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S, simply go online and request an instant, printable replacement form through your personal my Social Security account.
A replacement SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S is available for the previous tax year after February 1.
If you already have a my Social Security account, you can log in to your online account to view and print your SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S. If you don’t have access to a printer, you can save the document on your computer or laptop or even email it. If you don’t have a my Social Security account, creating one is very easy to do and usually takes less than 10 minutes.
If you receive benefits or have Medicare, your my Social Security account is also the best way to:
- Get your benefit verification letter;
- Check your benefit and payment information;
- Change your address and phone number;
- Change your direct deposit information;
- Request a replacement Medicare card; or
- Report your wages if you work and receive Social Security disability insurance or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
If you’re a noncitizen who lives outside of the United States and you received or repaid Social Security benefits last year, we will send you form SSA-1042S in the mail. The forms SSA-1099 and SSA-1042S are not available for people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
With a personal my Social Security account, you can do much of your business with us online, on your time, like get a copy of your SSA-1099 form. Visit our website to find out more.
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Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
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Darleen C.
how can I get copies of my soc sec 1099 & benefit amounts for 2017 & 2018?
A.C.
Hi, Darleen. Thanks for your question. For years prior to the last year, you can call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to speak to one of our representatives for assistance. Or you can contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Sharon L.
Name: Sharon Lumsden & Earl Lumsden
need a proof of Income letter from Social Security
statement letter, Please send to my Email
elumsden@charter.net
A.C.
Hi, Sharon. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter by setting up a personal my Social Security account online. For questions regarding your benefit verification letter, we ask that members in our Facebook community contact our offices. You can call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will generally have a shorter wait time if you call after later in the day. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps.
curtis w.
Yeah, I’m leaving a reply alright. I’m pissed as hell about not being able to log into my S.S. acct.–I tried using the info. on my file ( that didn’t work); I tried using “create new account” and that didn’t work either.
Your so-called security steps prevent even legitimate taxpayers from logging in to their accounts no matter how hard they try. SO WHAT GOOD ARE YOU?–We
can’t even talk to a “live person” without waiting on the
phone for 30 min. or more.–As a U.S. taxpayer, WHAT THE HECK AM I PAYING FOR? Not only does your system prevent me from logging in, I can’t even talk to a live person without waiting for a return phone
call to my phone.
A.C.
Hi, Curtis. We are sorry to hear you have had difficulty accessing your personal my Social Security account and we understand your frustration. It might be best for you to contact or visit your local Social Security office for assistance. You can also submit feedback by visiting our Contact Social Security page. Once there, select the “Email Us” link. This will take you to the “Email A Question to our Support Team” form, where you can complete and submit a compliment, complaint, or suggestion. We hope this is resolved soon.
Richard A.
My check comes on the 17th where is it
A.C.
Hi, Richard. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. If you do not receive your electronic payment on the scheduled pay date, please contact your bank or financial institution first. They may be experiencing a delay in posting your payment. If you still need to report a late, missing, or stolen Social Security payment, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions. We hope this helps.
margaret t.
i have been unable to access my site as i must have the wrong password, now it says it locked my account for too many tries. i must turn in the form on Monday. june 17 as part of mu annual re certification to the Housing Authority, or i risk not being approved to continue in the section 8 program. i tried the night before last but the website was down for maintenance, and as today is friday, your office in Santa Cruz is closed. I do not know what to do. if i loose my housing i might as well die. i will be hand delivering this on monday and hope it will be ok. i cannot go to the account as i am locked out. please help me. margaret crawford 567844256, email megela13@gmail.com. 408 472 1895. thank you
A.C.
Hi, Margaret. We are sorry to hear you are having difficulty accessing your account. Due to the time sensitivity of your situation, it may be best to call or visit your local Social Security office. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps.
David E.
I find it amazing that SSA has no complaint form other than very specifically targeted forms. If I am incorrect about this please let me know where I might find a complaint form that could be used for delay in disability benefits processing.
A.C.
Hi, David. We are sorry to hear you did not receive the level of customer service you expected. You can submit feedback by visiting our Contact Social Security page. Once there, select the “Email Us” link. This will take you to the “Email A Question to our Support Team” form, where you can complete and submit a compliment, complaint, or suggestion. We hope this helps.
Teak H.
Today I had spoken with two of your agents regarding two non-related services SS provides and when I stayed on the line for the survey at the end, I tried to give both agents a 5 star rating on the first question because I was very satisfied with the service I had received.
But the next question opened with the statement…
“Why were you dissatisfied with the service you had received ?” (or something to that effect).
The only complaint I have is with the accuracy of the survey system. Your agents quickly and efficiently resolved both of my situations.
They were intelligent, articulate and both made sure I knew of all my options for next time, all while being polite, friendly and ‘accessible’.
barbara h.
how can i receive a proof of income letter from social security after may10 2019. I need this to continue living in my hud building. Thank you
A.C.
Hi, Barbara. If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter by setting up a personal my Social Security account online. For questions regarding your benefit verification letter, we ask that members in our Facebook community contact our offices. You can call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will generally have a shorter wait time if you call after later in the day. We hope this helps.
Maria M.
I have been trying to get a social security benefit statement on my online account and I am having a hard time doing this.
Is there anyway I can get one mail to me in January?
Last one I received was in 2014.
A.C.
Hi, Maria. If you are still unable to access an 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 benefit verification. We hope this helps.
Brian W.
I need to apply for Representative Payee status for my father. He has dementia. Is there an SSA form to be completed by his doctor to submit to SSA? If not, what medical evidence of his incapacity is required?