Your Social Security Statement is now at your fingertips
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: November 6, 2023
Have you ever received a Social Security Statement in the mail? You know, the one that shows all the earnings you’ve had each year and how much you could receive per month in Social Security benefits when you retire? The Statement contains crucial information workers need to plan for a comfortable retirement. Now, thanks to my Social Security, this information—and so much more— is only a few minutes away!
Your personal my Social Security account is secure and gives you ready access to your earnings records, Social Security benefit estimates, and printable Statements. Those who already receive benefits can view their payment history, current status, and manage their benefits.
To open a personal my Social Security account, go to our website and select “Create an Account” to get started. You must be 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number, U.S. mailing address (or a military address if deployed overseas), and an email address.
In some cases — like if there was reported credit card fraud under your name or Social Security number — you may have to contact your local Social Security office to open a personal my Social Security account.
Once registered, you can:
- Verify your earnings history.
- View estimated Social Security benefits based on your past earnings.
- View Social Security and Medicare taxes you’ve paid over your lifetime.
- Print your current Social Security Statement.
- Request a replacement Social Security card (in some states).
If you’re currently getting benefits, you can:
- View benefit payment information.
- Change your address and phone number.
- Start or change electronic payments.
- Get a replacement Medicare card.
- Get a replacement 1099 for tax season.
- Get a benefit verification letter.
When you sign up for a personal my Social Security account, we use a secure authentication process to protect the privacy of your identity and your Social Security Statement information. In addition to your unique username and password, you can also further protect your personal my Social Security account with a secure code texted to your phone every time you log in.
Just one more way Social Security strives to provide customers with peace of mind. Learn more at on our website.
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Doug Walker, Deputy Commissioner, Communications
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Lydia P.
I have tried several times to get a temporary password since mine does not work any more. Each time I request one it says it will get 5 to 10 days to receive it by mail and
I never get one in the mail. Perhaps you don’t have my current address on file even though I get mailings from you from time to time.
I try to call the SS office and never get to talk to an agent.
Please help me out
R.F.
We apologize for the inconvenience, Lydia. For security reasons, we do not have access to personal records via this blog. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213,
representatives are available Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later in the week. Thanks.
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monty l.
please send me my 1099 form for 2017 tax
information. thanks Monty McMillan
R.F.
If you need a replacement form SSA-1099, you can get an instant replacement quickly and easily by using your personal my Social Security account. Thanks!
Carol V.
How do I order a replacement 1099 tax form
Carol V.
Trying to order a replacement 1099 tax form
R.F.
Hi Carol. Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions web page for information on this topic.
Roma H.
I have lost my 1099 on my social security. How do I get another copy?
Robert T.
Would you please e-mail me a copy of my SSA1099
I did not receive mine by postal mail. Thanks
R.F.
Hi Robert! We do not have access to personal information, therefore, we do not do direct messaging in this venue.
If you need a replacement Form SSA-1099, you can get an instant replacement quickly and easily by using your online my Social Security account.
Robert T.
I would like to get a copy of my SSA1099 . I did not
receive mine by postal mail, my tax lady needs it,
Glenn B.
I need a Social Security statement for my mother,Elizabeth M Bulmahn(*** – ** – ***). She is in a nursing and Social Services requires one. She may be gettin S.S. under my father Robert H Bulmahn(*** – ** – ***)
R.F.
Hi Glenn, If your mother needs proof she gets Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security (SSI) Income or Medicare, she can request a benefit verification letter online by creating a my Social Security account.
If she needs help managing her Social Security benefits, you may be interested in applying to become your mother’s representative payee. If approved to serve as your mother’s representative payee, it will make it easier for you in the future to update account information for her.
When friends or family are not able to serve as payees, Social Security looks for qualified organizations to be representative payees. In this case, the nursing facility may consider applying to be the representative payee. Please consider talking with the nursing facility manager or administrator about this important issue, they will contact us if they have specific questions or to understand the facility’s responsibilities. We understand how inconvenient this may be for you, but hope you understand our role in protecting everyone’s personal information.
Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for further assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Or you can contact your local Social Security office.
We hope this information helps!
Alice M.
Why did I not receive my 2.0 percent increase for 2018?????? I am receiving the same as 2017.