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No Need to Visit a Field Office: Replace Your SSA-1099 Benefit Statement Online

February 2, 2017 • By

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man on laptop 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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Comments

  1. Mary J.

    I have been trying to get my 1099 for 2017 since April 2018 no success. I called twice remained on line for several minutes, tried to request online no success either.What shall I do? I cannot file my taxes without the form.
    Sincerely
    Mary Joseph

    • V.V.

      Hi Mary, thanks for your question and we are sorry that you are having difficulties. If you are unable to request a replacement SSA-1099 online, you will need to either 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. or contact your local Social Security office.

  2. dolores s.

    Trying to get a copy of my 2017 tax statement has been hell – everything I’ve tried just goes in circles

  3. Jose G.

    I am retired in Costa Rica how can I get back copies of 1099 for tax filing . I tried to get affiliated with my social security account, but I can’t because I don’t have US telephone for verification. Please advice. Thank you.

  4. Barbara A.

    How do I get an activation code?

    • R.F.

      Hello Barbara. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
      Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks!

  5. Lloyd M.

    I need my 1099 for both 2015 and 2016

  6. Patricia J.

    I need my 1099 for both 2015 and 2016

  7. Melissa E.

    Can you fafax me a SSA 1099 form or non ssa1099

    • R.F.

      Hello Melissa. Unfortunately, but for security reasons, we do not have access to personal records in this blog.
      If you currently live in the United States and you need a replacement form SSA-1099, we have a new way for you to get an instant replacement quickly and easily by using your online “my Social Security account“. Thanks!

  8. Rihana

    How can I get a benefit verification letter?

    Thanks & Regards
    Gemstones

    • R.F.

      Hello Rihana.
      Just a reminder – We do not have access to personal information, therefore, we do not do direct messaging in this venue. Please be cautious about posting personal information on social media and communicating personal information via email.
      If you need proof you get Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security (SSI) Income or Medicare, you can request a benefit verification letter online by using your my Social Security account. Thanks!

  9. sandra k.

    I need a award letter

    • R.F.

      Hello Sandra. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions web page for information on how to get an award letter. Thanks!

  10. sandra k.

    I am a representative payee for my sister in order to open a account at my bank I need a award letter her name is patricia p forbes social security number *** – ** – *** Sandra kania social security number is *** – ** – ***

    • R.F.

      Hello Sandra. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions web page for information on how to get an award letter.
      Just a reminder – We do not have access to personal information in this venue. Please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. Thanks!

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