Our Online Benefits Application
Reading Time: 1 MinuteLast Updated: November 3, 2023
Social Security is committed to protecting and securing the information entrusted to us. We’re constantly looking for ways for you to save time by conducting your business anytime, anywhere, using our online services.
Our online benefits application provides a high level of security and protection for the information you provide. Filing online gives you the freedom and convenience to file for various types of benefits including Retirement, Disability, Supplemental Security Income, and Medicare.
Follow these simple steps to begin:
- Review the information on our Retirement/Spouse’s, Disability, Medicare, or Supplemental Security Income Benefits page to make sure you meet the requirements to apply for benefits online and have the information you will need to do so.
- Create or sign in to your personal my Social Security account.
- File your claim online.
- Check the status of your claim by signing in to your personal my Social Security account.
You should be able to complete and submit your application all at once. But if that’s not possible, you can return to your application and continue right where you left off!
After you’ve completed your application, we’ll also give you a confirmation number to check the status, and information on what to do next. If we are not able to process the request, we will provide specific information on how to contact us by phone or schedule an office appointment.
Applying for benefits online is safer, easier, and more secure than ever!
Learn more by watching our videos on our online retirement, spouse’s, and Medicare benefits application and our online disability benefits application.
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Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
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adam b.
i’m trying to get my re-entry # to apply for ssdi.
L.A.
Hi Adam. 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.
Michael L.
I have created my social security account but there is no option for signing up for social security benefits on the page anywhere. I tried originally to start a claim and they gave me a number, but it doesn’t work and I’m told my info doesn’t match so call. Guess What? I call and I get sent back to the my social security page. This system is broken.
Vivian
My x only married to him 2 yrs. Receiving benefits SSI never paid a dime child support wasn’t I suppose to get paid first??!!
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A.C.
Hi, Vivian. 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.
Gary C.
I need to make an appointment to meet at the Rockville, MD office to discuss enrolling for Medicare Part B as soon as possible. How can I make such an appointment?
dave
I have tried for days to sign into my account to no avail. I entered my information correctly but when I go to the next page and asks me security questions (derived from my credit reports) I am told they are incorrect. Three banks in a row (as well as dates) have nothing whatsoever to do with me. Now I am locked out again after 3 days of trying. Something is not right and it’s not me. It was such a concern that I ordered my 3 credit reports. There is nothing there either that coincides with the questions asked of me. At this point it appears they will not be changing the questions and therefore I won’t be able to sign in. Backing up a bit I did try entering the re-entry number and it says it’s not in the system. What in the world is going on? I do have cookies on if that would be an issue. Calling puts me on hold for 2 hours. I need help with this.
L.A.
Hi Dave. We are sorry to hear that you are having difficulty trying to use your personal my Social Security account. Please call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
John S.
How do I get an activation code?
cynthia s.
NAME CYNTHIA S THOMAS. I FAXED A FORM TO STOP APPLICATION FOR SOCIAL SECURITY BUT IT STILL SHOWS ON LINE AS PROCESSING.I FAXED OVER FORM WEEKS AGO.
CYNTHIA S THOMAS
804-691-1005
A.C.
Hi, Cynthia. 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.
Jo R.
Can I get help with immediate housing for me and my 17 year old daughter please. I am currently not working and was wondering how to get my check on the first of every month back and also what to do to find a home for me and my daughter. We are in a very bad situation that we need to get out of and i don’t have the funds to survive this economy without the help of hud housing or .section 8 housing. However i don’t know where to start to get this kind of help. If you could be so kind and respond to me at my cell number 3373240718 or my email joregini83@gmail.com to tell me where to turn. How do i get the help i need please.
L.A.
Hi Jo. We are sorry to hear about your situation. You and your daughter may be eligible to receive social services from the state in which you live. These services may include housing, transportation, free meals, housekeeping help, or help with other challenges that you may encounter. To get information about services in your area, and to find out if you qualify, you will need to contact your state or local social services or welfare office. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps.
Julie L.
Hello, I have completed an initial Social Security application with my law firm. I need to schedule an appointment to finish your portion. I can do overphone anytime or day. Please DONOT mail out forms. Thank you, Julie Lynn Suan
704-320-4118
A.C.
Hi, Julie. You can schedule an appointment with your local office by calling us at 1-800-772-1213 between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and a representative will assist you. If you need to call to set up an appointment in the future, you’ll have a shorter wait time if you call later in the day. Thanks!
Hazel M.
I need help with my LOGIN — many years ago I set up an online SS account — but I had forgotten about it — since then I changed my email address (due to hacking) and when I tried to (create an account) I found out the old one was still showing up —- I cannot DELETE it because the old e-mail address in not active — could someone help me DELETE that one and create a NEW ACCOUNT with my current / active e-mail address? THANKS FOR ANY HELP !!
A.C.
Hi, Hazel. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. If you are still access to create an account or encounter a 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 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.