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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JAMES D.
I provided my current personal information as requested. You have indicated that the information is not correct. Your information is not current. Please update the information, specifically my mortgage lender as that information has changed
Vivian L.
I have called and was told this morning that I cannot print my deceased husband’s 1099 for 2018 even if I create an account. I am waiting for a temporary password to access the account. I am confused now – can I print it since I did not receive it in the mail or can I not as I was told?
V.V.
We’re sorry to hear about your loss, Vivian. 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. If you need more information, call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask a representative for assistance.
marilyn h.
Hi 10:43 A.M.
I have not received my 1099- Social Security Benefit Statement for the year 2018. Nor has my husband. We need these because we will be filing income taxes this year.
Here is our information:
Marilyn J. Huddleston
Donald L. Huddleston
Our address is: 23428 Rigsby Road
Madill, Ok. 73446
I have tried to get these on line but haven’t had any luck. I don’t have the necessary things that is being asked for. No credit card, no W2 because we have not worked in 6-7 years. I will give you our Social Security # when I hear back from you. Thanks for your help.
Kati L.
Form SSA 1099
V.V.
Hi Kati. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page on how to obtain a replacement 1099.
James c.
Please advise on how I can source and print my award letter from your website. Thank you.
James C. Parish 309 Westfield Dr. Erie, MI 48133 *** – ** – ***
V.V.
Hi James, thank you for your question. You can get a benefit verification letter online instantly by using your personal my Social Security account. This letter is sometimes called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter. To set up your account, visit the my Social Security web page and select, “Sign In or Create an Account.” You will need to provide some personal information to verify your identity, choose a username and password and follow the rest of the steps to finish creating your account. Once you create your account, scroll down to the Benefits and Payments section and choose “get benefit verification letter” where you can instantly view, print, or save your official letter.
If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, 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. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office.
Harry R.
I have been locked out of trying to establish an account. I have not received my 1099 for 2018 and cannot file my taxes.
V.V.
Hi Harry. We are sorry that you are having trouble with your my Social Security account.
If you are locked out, you can call us at 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”. When you call, you can also request a replacement 1099.
James R.
When will 2018 earnings for filing taxes, be mailed?
A.C.
Hi, James. The SSA-1099 is mailed by January 31 each year. If for any reason you do not receive your SSA-1099 in the mail you can request a replacement SSA-1099/1042S for Tax Year 2018 by visiting your personal my Social Security account. You can also contact or visit your local office. They can assist with a replacement 1099. We hope this helps.
Michael G.
I have not received income tax statement for 2018. Would like to do taxes.
A.C.
Hi, Michael. You can request a replacement SSA-1099/1042S for Tax Year 2018 by visiting your personal my Social Security account. You can also contact or visit your local office. They can assist with a replacement 1099. We hope this helps.
James D.
HELP!!!
I seem to be going in circles. I asked for a call back this afternoon and missed your call back. I took a shower. I need my 1099. I waited on hold for an hour and half this afternoon.
James D.
I need my 1099. I waited on hold for 1 1/2 hours to get help. I asked for a return call. When I was in the shower your office called and left a message. I just want my 1099.