Supplemental Security Income Recipients, Act Now – Go to IRS.gov – A Message from Social Security Commissioner Andrew Saul
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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who don’t file tax returns will start receiving their automatic Economic Impact Payments directly from the Treasury Department in early May. People receiving SSI benefits who did not file 2018 or 2019 taxes, and have qualifying children under age 17, however, should not wait for their automatic $1,200 individual payment. They should immediately go to the IRS’s webpage and visit the Non-Filers: Enter Your Information section to provide their information. SSI recipients who have dependent children and did not file 2018 or 2019 taxes need to act by Tuesday, May 5, in order to receive additional payments for their eligible children quickly.
By taking this proactive step to enter information on the IRS website about them and their qualifying children, they will also receive the $500 per dependent child payment in addition to their $1,200 individual payment. If people in this group do not provide their information to the IRS soon, their payment at this time will be $1,200 only. They would then be required to file a tax year 2020 tax return to obtain the additional $500 per eligible child.
I urge SSI recipients with qualifying children and who do not normally file taxes to take action now. Immediately go to IRS.gov so that you will receive the full amount of the Economic Impact Payments you and your family are eligible for.
Lastly, a word of caution. Be aware of scams related to the Economic Impact Payments. There is no fee required to receive these payments. Don’t be fooled.
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Andrew Saul, Commissioner, Social Security Administration
Commissioner of Social Security Administration (June 17, 2019 - July 9, 2021)
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Darcey H.
I have SSI can I get direct express will I get it on my card or check
V.V.
Hi Darcey, thank you for your question. Social Security retirement, survivors, or disability beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who do not have qualifying children under age 17 do not need to take any action with the IRS. You will automatically receive your $1,200 economic impact payment directly from the IRS. You should receive the automatic payments by direct deposit, Direct Express debit card, or by paper check, just as you would normally receive your Social Security benefits. Treasury expects automatic payments for Social Security beneficiaries no later than the end of April and automatic payments for SSI recipients no later than early May. We hope this helps.
Brenda J.
I am my husband beneficiary we both get ssi on same direct express card do I have to do anything to get both of ours
V.V.
Hi Brenda, thank you for your question. Social Security retirement, survivors, or disability beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who do not have qualifying children under age 17 do not need to take any action with the IRS. You will automatically receive your $1,200 economic impact payment directly from the IRS. You should receive the automatic payments by direct deposit, Direct Express debit card, or by paper check, just as you would normally receive your Social Security benefits. Treasury expects automatic payments for Social Security beneficiaries no later than the end of April and automatic payments for SSI recipients no later than early May. We hope this helps.
Pat H.
I keep getting a message saying at this time it has not yet been determined if I am eligible to get a stimulus check, when my only income is my social security. What do I do? I don’t file taxes and haven’t for some years. Can you help?
Darlene A.
You will get it the same way you get your income every month. The site has.
to update. Once every day so if u get your money on a direct express or direct deposit.thats how u will receive it if not it will come by mail God Bless
V.V.
Hi Pat, thank you for your question. Social Security retirement, survivors, or disability beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who do not have qualifying children under age 17 do not need to take any action with the IRS. You will automatically receive your $1,200 economic impact payment directly from the IRS. You should receive the automatic payments by direct deposit, Direct Express debit card, or by paper check, just as you would normally receive your Social Security benefits. Treasury expects automatic payments for Social Security beneficiaries no later than the end of April and automatic payments for SSI recipients no later than early May. We hope this helps.
Brandi A.
So it 3-5 days from Thursday or today
Brandy
So I put in my direct deposit info and they accepted it and then it says my check will be sent April 24th so they didn’t direct deposit my money why give bank info if they just sent a check to me
Eleanor F.
I get SSI BUT A BLOCK WAS PUT ON MY SSN BECAUSE SOMEONE STOLE IT. BUT I GET SSI THROUGH DIRECT DEPOSIT. DO I STILL GET A CHECK?
Darlene A.
As long as. You have direct express or direct deposit you shouldn’t have any problems the same way u receive your monthly income will be the same way you will receive your stimulus God Bless
Forrest M.
Thank you for the up date.!!!
Jeremiah R.
I know how frustrating this is.. But i am trying to be patient and all these rude comments this blog disrespectful assholes. Stop acting ralphie from a Christmas story it’s clearly posted all over when you get your check and i am thankful to be an American but stop acting like a a spoiled ball baby and be patient and listen. Good things happen when you wait.
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Ralphie was awesome, I have no fucking idea what you are saying.You fucking cunt.
Lavette P.
What if irs say they processed a payment on April 15 to my checking account but I still haven’t seen it
Eleanor F.
I receive SSI. But a block was put on my social due to other people using it. I get my SSI through direct deposit. Do I still get a check?
Jerome V.
Yes! You are still entitled to receive a check
V.V.
Hi Eleanor, thank you for your question. Social Security retirement, survivors, or disability beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who do not have qualifying children under age 17 do not need to take any action with the IRS. You will automatically receive your $1,200 economic impact payment directly from the IRS. You should receive the automatic payments by direct deposit, Direct Express debit card, or by paper check, just as you would normally receive your Social Security benefits. Treasury expects automatic payments for Social Security beneficiaries no later than the end of April and automatic payments for SSI recipients no later than early May. We hope this helps.
Lawrence D.
I receive SSA retirement benefits. When we I receive my check?
V.V.
Hi Lawrence, thank you for your question. Social Security retirement, survivors, or disability beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who do not have qualifying children under age 17 do not need to take any action with the IRS. You will automatically receive your $1,200 economic impact payment directly from the IRS. You should receive the automatic payments by direct deposit, Direct Express debit card, or by paper check, just as you would normally receive your Social Security benefits. Treasury expects automatic payments for Social Security beneficiaries no later than the end of April and automatic payments for SSI recipients no later than early May. We hope this helps.