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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Maxine F.
I need a copy of my 2017 1099 SSRI award with the details of the medicare deductions.
A.C.
Hi, Maxine. Thanks for your question. It sounds like you are referring to the SSA-1099, tax form Social Security mails each year in January to people who receive Social Security benefits. For years prior to the last year, you can call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to speak to one of our representatives for assistance. Or you can contact your local Social Security office. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later in the day. We hope this helps.
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john g.
i think your phone service is horrible. It is impossible to speak to a human. I do not need to hear any other info other than what i am calling about.
Gerrie R.
I recently got a phone from someone stating they were from the so.sec. admin.and were calling to say their were charge against me for fraud on my so. sec. number?this is all new to me could you give me a phone # to call regarding this? or is it a fraud person trying to get my information?
A.C.
Hi, Gerrie. Thanks for checking in with us. We do not usually make random calls. If anyone receives calls saying they are from Social Security, do not give out any personal information. Suspicious calls should be reported to the Office of the Inspector General online. You can also report these scams to the Federal Trade Commission through a site specific to Social Security scams, here. We hope this helps.
Margaret B.
I have been to the social security office in Waukegan,IL twice without much success. I waited for a long time and was seen and rushed away by people who did not seem interested in helping me. I have called multiple times only to be told the wait time was an hour or more. Even after waiting over a hour, my call was never answered!! Your website is not very helpful and I cannot find an answer to my questions anywhere.
A.C.
Hi, Margaret. We are sorry to hear about your experience. If you have a general question, we encourage you to ask here. But remember, never post personal information on social media. We respond to questions and provide general information on our Retirement, Survivors, Disability, Medicare and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. If you have a specific question, you can click “Get Help” in your my Social Security account to “Ask a Question”. Click “Talk to an Expert” for a call back. We hope this helps.
Thomas C.
I can’t get into my account
L.A.
Hi Thomas. We are sorry to hear that you are having difficulty accessing your personal my Social Security account. If you are still unable to access your account or encounter another problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “help desk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
T T.
Can I still get social security disibility due to kidneyt disease of U got a Pell Grant and go to school online? Is there a chat sectiion?
L.A.
Hi, Unfortunately, but for your security, we do not have access to your personal information in this forum. For specific questions about your case, please call our toll free number, 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., and ask to speak with one of our representatives. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later in the day. You may also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Janette D.
i need to get copy of my award letter.
A.C.
Hi, Janette. 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. We hope this helps.
Norma T.
Writing to request the Form SSA-4926-SM for the year 2018 showing amount received from SSA
L.A.
Hi Norma. Good news! You can get a copy SSA-4926 for 2018 by using your personal my Social Security account. You can also get a copy of form SSA-1099, which has the same information as form SSA-4926, by using the my Social Security account. We hope this helps.
Dawn h.
I’m a care giver for my brother with dementia , his wife works I’m unemployed helping her out , 3 or 4 hours a day . Was wondering if social security could help me. Dawn hope
A.C.
Hi, Dawn. Thanks for your question. We do not pay caregivers. However, you may be eligible to receive social services from the state in which you live. These services include free meals, housekeeping help, transportation, or help with other problems. To get information about services in your area and find out if you qualify, you will need to contact your state or local social services or welfare office. We hope this helps!