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Your Social Security Statement is now at your fingertips

July 7, 2016 • By

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SSA StatementHave 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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Comments

  1. JAMES L.

    How do I get the benefit amounts I received for years 1996 through 2010?

    • R.F.

      Hello James. Unfortunately, but for security reasons, we do not have access to personal records in this blog. Please contact your local office. If you are unable to visit the local office, you can 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 during the day. Thanks.

  2. PAULA L.

    REQUESTING A COPY OF MY SOCIAL SECURITY STATEMENT BY MAIL

    • R.F.

      You can get your personal Social Security Statement online by using your my Social Security account. We also mail paper Statements to workers age 60 and older three months before their birthday if they don’t receive Social Security benefits and don’t yet have a my Social Security account.
      Workers who don’t want to wait for their scheduled mailing can request their Social Security Statement by following these instructions. The Statement will arrive by mail in four to six weeks. Thanks!

  3. hermes g.

    i trying to set up an account but keeps refusing. says my ssn is invalid

  4. Richard G.

    I cannot access my account online. Can you help or just start mailing me a statement again?

  5. Eva J.

    I have forgot my information on how to log in and I need my information

  6. Frances J.

    I need to take taxes out of my check.

  7. Farida H.

    I receive Benefits (retirement) and medicare benefits.
    I have a direct deposit into my account on line.
    I cannot access my account on line because
    “we could not verify he information provided…”
    Can you help?
    Farida Haji Lakhani

  8. Carole B.

    I need my SS statement

  9. Belinda L.

    Can I get my social security statement?

  10. Rebecca R.

    I can not log into my account due to some mix up with my login in pass or login in site. I need to print out my 1099 for tax purposes today and need help getting on line

    • R.F.

      We’re sorry that you’re having difficulty accessing your account, Rebecca. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your my Social Security account, you may:
      •Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
      •Contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!

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