Your Personal my Social Security Account and Your Career
Reading Time: 1 MinuteLast Updated: May 12, 2022
Your online personal my Social Security account is here for you at every stage of your career. You don’t have to be retired or even close to retirement to benefit from it. Most people can conduct their business with us online with their account without contacting us, whether they receive benefits or not.
If you are not currently receiving benefits, use your personal my Social Security account to:
- Request a replacement Social Security card (in most states and the District of Columbia).
- Estimate your future benefits.
- Get instant proof that you do not receive benefits.
- Check the status of your Social Security application when you decide to apply for benefits.
- Review your earnings history.
If you already receive Social Security benefits, use your account to:
- Request a replacement Social Security card (in most states and the District of Columbia).
- Get instant proof that you receive benefits.
- Set up or change your direct deposit.
- Change your address.
- Request a replacement Medicare card.
- Get an instant copy of your Social Security 1099 (SSA-1099) or SSA-1042S.
- Opt out of receiving certain notices by mail and instead receive them in the secure Message Center.
Please let your family and friends know that they can create their personal my Social Security account today. Save time and go online.
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Dawn Bystry, Deputy Associate Commissioner, Office of Strategic and Digital Communications
Deputy Associate Commissioner, Office of Strategic and Digital Communications
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Maria
Good afternoon,
I was thinking about retiring from my current job next year (not paying SS at this current job); but I have 30 years from prior work and am eligible this November. I began the application process and it said I had to complete by January or I would not be eligible for benefits. What if I decide to continue at current job on part-time basis or locate another job that withholds ss? I am really unsure how this would affect my ss benefits, if I start receiving them in December or January.
Ann C.
Hi, Maria. Thanks for visiting our blog. 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 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Mary J.
Can I fill out my application for SS benefits and put the future date that I want to start collecting? Thanks!
Ann C.
Hi, Mary Jo. Thanks for your question. Social Security retirement applications can be filed up to 4 months in advance. Medicare applications can be filed up to 3 months prior to age 65. When you are ready you can complete the online application for Social Security retirement benefits in as little as 15 minutes. We hope this helps.
Sandra K.
view my social security mon
Sandra K.
would like to see my Social Security monthly payment
Ann C.
Hi, Sandra. Thanks for visiting our blog. It sounds like you are referring to a benefit verification letter. If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter by creating a personal my Social Security account. For questions regarding your benefit verification letter, we ask that members in our Blog community contact our offices. You can call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. We hope this helps.
Sachin P.
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Lisa c.
Can you tell me if I have been approved my supplemental security and SSI benefits..my hearing by phone was April 12,2022
Ann C.
Hi, Lisa. Thanks for visiting our blog. 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 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Alice R.
Need to send ME MY CHECKS saving and checking
Ann C.
Hi, Alice. Thanks for visiting our blog. 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 concerns. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Nancy
Yes, you’re right you must have your Social Security Account as it’s very beneficial when in search of a better Career.
Lazarus A.
social security address near me
Lazarus A.
what is the address of the nearest social security office.
Ann C.
Hi, Lazarus. To find specific information about your local Social Security office, please visit our Social Security Office Locator. Thanks!
mary k.
I applied for Social Security benefits February 27, 2022. When will I have the decision? It has been 2 1/2 months and your website states 2-4 weeks. Please advise.
Ann C.
Hi, Mary Kathleen. Thanks for visiting our blog. The length of time it takes to process an application can vary depending on whether we need to verify documents or other personal information. If you would like to speak with someone regarding the status of your application, please call 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. and ask a representative to assist you, or you can contact your local office. We hope this helps.
Robert J.
Hi I’m schizophrenia n I was wondering do we get a raise
Ann C.
Thanks for your question, Robert. We will not know if there will be a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2023, and if so the amount of the COLA, until the Department of Labor releases information on inflation for the past year. For the latest news and updates on Social Security, please check out our home webpage. We hope this helps.
Pawan S.
Nice information, love to read…
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