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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Dawn H.
Need help signing up for disability for care giver for my brother with dementia .
A.C.
Hi, Dawn. We are sorry to hear about your brother’s condition. You can schedule a phone appointment on behalf of your brother by calling us at 1-800-772-1213 between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Shawn G.
Is the official document no longer available online? Created an account per the instructions, but the official SSA 1099 is not an option under Replacement Documents. Only seeing an unofficial benefits document under “Print / Save Your Full Statement”. Was hoping to be able to grab the official SSA 1099 online to be used as a verification doc at DMV.
A.C.
Hi, Shawn. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
alma l.
I would like to know how I can get a history of all the places I have worked I am going to be retiring soon and I know I worked in the school district and I really need that information
L.A.
Hi Alma. For information about how to request a detailed earnings record, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions. We hope this helps.
Clement T.
I am an American citizen and presently living in Thailand and have applied for an immigrant visa for my wife. The Embassy has requested that I submit my 1099 tax forms because I am a senior citizen receiving a pension. I have contacted the SSA office in Manilla but have not received a response as of yet. What can I do to get a copy of my 2018 1099 form as soon as possible? Thank you for your assistance.
A.C.
Hi, Clement. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. Since you are living outside of the U.S. you can contact your local Federal Benefits Unit for any assistance related to Social Security benefits. Also, our Office of International Operations home page provides more information to assist our customers living abroad. We hope this helps.
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JK O.
Can I print an Award Letter from my online account ?
L.A.
Hi JK. Good news! Yes! You can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter using your personal my Social Security account. We hope this helps.
James F.
Please send me documentation of my current gross monthly Social Security benefit and deduction.
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A.C.
Hi, James. Good news! If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter by setting up a personal my Social Security account online. For questions regarding your benefit verification letter, we ask that members in our Facebook community contact our offices. You can call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will generally have a shorter wait time if you call after later in the day. We hope this helps.
Esmero P.
I need a copy of my form SS-4926-SM (1-2019)
A.C.
Hi, Esmero. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.