No Need to Visit a Field Office: Replace Your SSA-1099 Benefit Statement Online
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We’re with you through life’s journey, putting you in control of your finances and future. Social Security has made requesting or replacing your annual Benefit Statement even easier. The Benefit Statement is also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S. Now you have the ability to download it anytime and anywhere you want using our online services. There’s no need to visit a field office.
An SSA-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 IRS on your tax return.
If you currently 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 with a personal my Social Security account.
A replacement SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S is typically available for the previous tax year after February 1.
If you already have a personal my Social Security account, you should access your online account and go to “Replacements Documents” 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 and email it. If you don’t have a personal my Social Security account, creating a secure account is very easy to do and usually takes less than 15 minutes.
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 instead. The forms SSA-1099 and SSA-1042S are not available for people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Securing today and tomorrow isn’t always easy, but Social Security continues to improve our customer service with easy to use online features. Visit our website for more information.
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Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
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Teria M.
I need a printout for Monty griffin jr
John C.
Like Kathleen above my father passed away in January 2020, I am his legal personal representative, and need a replacement SSA 1099 to file his tax return. How can I get a copy on-line without having to bring all the authorizing documents to a physical office?
V.V.
We’re sorry to hear about your loss, John. The benefit statement is mailed to the last address in our records and is intended for the spouse or executor of the deceased. If you do not have access to the mail at that address, the executor will need to go into the local field 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. Unfortunately, you may need to wait for the offices to reopen. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Kathleen S.
My father passed away in January, 2020. I am unable to locate his 1099 form and also am not able to create an electronic account for him. I am personal representative of the estate. How can I get the replacement of the 1099 form for 2019 so I can file his taxes?
Jacqueline F.
I have an adult disabled daughter 29 yrs. I do claim her on my taxes. Will she be entitled to a stimulus check?
V.V.
Hi Jacqueline, thank you for your question. Please visit the IRS Economic Impact Payments Information Center to answer your questions about eligibility, payment amounts, what to expect, when to expect it and more. Hope this helps!
Kathleen S.
I have misplaced my SSA-1099 and would like a replacement form, could I get another sent to me or email a copy.
V.V.
Hi Kathleen, thank you for your question. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to obtain a replacement SSA-1099. You 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.
Chi M.
please help me print out my 2020 SSI Award letter
My name is Chimau Doan, contact # 714-467-9240
Michael N.
I have tried twice to open my SSA account and it keeps getting rejected. I don’t know what information you are checking for or against, but I am who I say I am.
V.V.
Hi Michael. We are sorry that you are having trouble creating a my Social Security account. To pass the verification process, we match the personal information you give us with the data we have in our records. Then, we use our Identity Services Provider to further verify your identity.
If you are locked out, you can 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.
Sherron A.
I have tried over and over but cannot get into whatever account was created for me.
V.V.
Hi Sherron, thanks for using our blog. You can only create an account using your own personal information and for your own exclusive use. No one should have created an account for you. You cannot create an account on behalf of another person or use another person’s information or identity, even if you have that person’s written permission.
For example, you cannot create an account for another person:
•With whom you have a business relationship;
•For whom you are a representative payee; or
•For whom you are an appointed representative.
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for my Social Security account details. We hope this helps!
Richard f.
Why haven’t I got my stemless check yet I’m on SSI every one else is getting theirs but not me
Tonesha
I stay and lad Vegas i get SSI and SSDI when will I receive my stimulus
V.V.
Hi Carl, thank you for using our blog. The Internal Revenue Service, which is part of the Department of Treasury, will be making Economic Income Payments to eligible people. Therefore, we do not have a schedule of these payments. You may find the IRS Get My Payment Frequently Asked Questions web page helpful.