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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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  1. Carmelo R.

    cromansantex52@yahoo.com

  2. paul c.

    paul chiarani i wood like 2015-1099-ssa & 2016-1099-ssa a copy each thank you

    • Ray F.

      Hi Paul. We do not have access to personal information, therefore, we do not do direct messaging in this venue. If you currently live in the United States and you need a replacement form SSA-1099, visit our “Frequently Asked Questions” web page. Thanks!
      Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media channels and communicating personal information via email.

  3. Michael E.

    please send me asap a copy of my 2015 form 2099

    • Ray F.

      Hi Michael, if you’re referring to a form SSA-1099, you can get an replacement SSA-1099, by using your online my Social Security account. An 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. We hope this helps!

  4. flora e.

    i have cancer hospital asking for 1099 info for hospital for massachusetts form neeed asap can you help me i only need info not copy. fthank you flora eckhart

    • Ray F.

      Hi Flora, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions web page to learn how you can get a replacement form SSA-1099. Thanks!

  5. Nancy

    I am curious as to what my 2018 social security disability payments will be. Does anyone know when the forecast earnings statements come out? I tried to access my own statement online, but it locked me out and said I was in putting info that did not mesh with their info to prove my identity . I put in my personal info and it said my statement of identity proof is not the same as theirs.I know I can wait till tomorrow and speak to an agent but today it is urgent to have a copy of my future disability pmt including the cola.I am getting benefits now so to lock me out makes no sense.

    Thank you
    Nancy

  6. Haskel

    I am getting an error code when attempting to create a my social security account.

    • Ray F.

      Hello Haskel. If you are having difficulties with your personal my Social Security account, please call 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. After you hear “Briefly tell me why you are calling,” say “Help Desk” for help with a my Social Security account. Sometimes, it might be best to visit your local Social Security office for further assistance. Thanks.

      • Fernando W.

        who has the time to sit there for hours and hours??!!

  7. cindy

    I MOVED MY MOTHER TO MEMORY CARE FROM ASSISTED LIVING HOW CAN I GET HER 1099 SHE CANNOT ANSWER QUESTIONS ON THE PHONE BUT I AM HER MEDICAL SERROGATE

    • Ray F.

      Hello, Cindy. You may wish to consider becoming your mother’s representative payee. This would allow you to obtain necessary proofs from Social Security on her behalf. Having power of attorney, being an authorized representative, or having a joint bank account with the beneficiary is not the same as being a representative payee. These arrangements do not give legal authority to negotiate and manage a beneficiary’s Social Security and/or SSI benefits. In order to be a payee, you must apply for and be appointed by Social Security. A face-to-face interview is required. To make an appointment with your local office or to discuss further, call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions web page for more information. Thanks.

  8. Keith Q.

    Good morning, in order to get a copy of the SSA-1099 for my mother who passed away last year, I see that I need to go to the “local” SS Office with the proper documentation. Can I go to my local office, or do I need to travel to hers? And, is this the needed documentation: Letter of Testamentary, Death Certificate, my Drivers License? Thanks

  9. bobby m.

    I just need a 1099 mailed to me so i can file taxes. HELP SOMEONE. PLEASE RESPOND.

    • Ray F.

      If you need a replacement form SSA-1099, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions web page. Thanks!

  10. keith l.

    This is Keith Luvoyrd Griffin I sent in my SSA 1099 in 2016 that went back three years and allso filed my FICA form for my mother that died march 1/2014 I did not receive my money plus I sent in my medication Reinburstment that I pay for my medication for the last three years I did not receive my money I am a Victum of identity theft I have sent in my 1099 oid form for my money to giving to me I am in the st.louis Mo area my address is on file with the IRS my date of birth is may 7/1967 my address is 4490 west pine and I have to sent from the year of 1993 what is the child social security number if I was alleged the father and in doubt request for DNA test tax form I sent in from 1993 to 2017 plus my worksmancomp tax form I sent in plus my ownership of business plus direct deposit tax form I sent in and spousal relief tax form plus I sent in studying abroad tax form allotment of money I never received and moving expenses I never received plus school grant form I sent end my number 816-944-9429 my email address is griffinmrluvoyrd@gmail.com

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