No Need to Visit a Field Office: Replace Your SSA-1099 Benefit Statement Online
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: November 3, 2023
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
Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
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Jenna H.
You are mistaken, under Replacement Documents there is NO OPTION to display/print/view the 1099-SSA form. Too bad, that would have been nice!
Arthur B.
I need a replacement form SSA-1099 and when I go to http://www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount and go to “Replacements Documents” SSA-1099 is not there.
V.V.
Hi Arthur, thank you for using our blog. If you are unable to request the SSA-1099 online, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or you can contact your local Social Security office.
katie p.
I am trying to get a copy of mine and my husband 1099 statement 2016. so I don have to go to the office
V.V.
Thanks for the question, Katie. If you currently live in the United States and you need a replacement form SSA-1099, you can request a replacement online using your my Social Security account. If you do not already have an account, you can create one. Go to Sign In or Create an Account. Once you are logged in to your account, select the “Replacement Documents” tab. If you are unable to create a my Social Security account or do not want to request it online, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or you can contact your local Social Security office.
Camille R.
You should not force people into a paperless account when they request replacement copies of tax documents for social security. Many elderly people have poor eyesight, find internet technology confusing and cannot navigate through the myriad of junk mail in an inbox to find important documents. Your policy is unkind to the elderly and should be reconsidered especially when important (previously mailed) tax documents are being requested.
R.F.
Hello Camille. Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions web page to get the correct information, on how individuals can request transcripts or copies of their wages and tax statements (Form W-2).
If you’re referring to a beneficiary trying to get a replacement form SSA-1099, and if the individual cannot or prefers not to use the online service, they can also call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Or they can contact their local Social Security office directly. Thanks!
Joseph L.
i need a copy of my ss award letter
Nancy G.
I dont have a printer, can a copy of my benefits letter be sent to me for my rent verification.
R.F.
Hello Nancy. 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!
Sheri F.
My mother and step-dad need to get a replacement 1099 for 2017. The need it for their STAR submission and since they longer file income taxes they need to have the 1099. Don’t really want to sign them up on-line. What do they need to do. Call Social Security? I understand you probably can’t talk with me.
V.V.
Hi Sheri, thank you for the question. Your parents can request their replacement SSA-1099s online. If they are unable or unwilling to create a my Social Security account, they can call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or they can contact their local Social Security office.
Rick W.
I received a letter that my social security payment was returned to you. the letter said you did not have a correct address. My home address is 1741 Gibson Way and the check is a direct deposit to my credit union. Please let me know what other information you need in order to process my payment.
V.V.
Hi Rick: Please contact your bank or financial institution first. They may be able to determine if your direct deposit failed. If you still need to report a late, missing or stolen Social Security payment, or inquire about your address, call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. or contact your local Social Security office.
If you get Social Security benefits (retirement, survivors, or disability) or are enrolled in Medicare, you can create a my Social Security account to change your address online.
Sandra K.
I am unable to log in to my account as I lost my log in information. Do I need to create a new account or can you just e mail me the info? There is a 90 minute wait to talk to someone on the phone. Glad I am not dying and need to get help from you!!!!!!
R.F.
If you are still having trouble accessing your account, please call our dedicated my Social Security Hotline. To reach this hotline, call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!
Eric b.
I need a copy of my award letter from 2014.