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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monalisawilson
I need a copy of my income
V.V.
Hi Mona, thank you for your question. You can get a benefit verification letter online instantly by using your personal my Social Security account. This letter is sometimes called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter. To set up your account, visit the my Social Security web page and select, “Sign In or Create an Account.” You will need to provide some personal information to verify your identity, choose a username and password and follow the rest of the steps to finish creating your account. Once you create your account, scroll down to the Benefits and Payments section and choose “get benefit verification letter” where you can instantly view, print, or save your official letter.
If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, 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 you can contact your local Social Security office.
Charles R.
Please add my new e-mail to my s.s. account !!!!!!!
V.V.
Hi Charles. Once you sign into your my Social Security account, you can update your email address.
michael m.
I need my benefit statement for 2017. would appreciate a copy sent to my Email. Thank you.
V.V.
Hi Michael, thank you for using our blog to ask your question. You can request a replacement form SSA-1099 for 2017 online using your my Social Security account. If you do not already have an account, you can create one. Once you are logged in to your account, select the “Replacement Documents” tab.
If you are unable to create a my Social Security account or do not want to request it online, 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. or you can contact your local Social Security office.
Jose U.
I am delaying my retirement benefits till I reach 70. My question i, When the adjustments for COLAs and the Delayed Retirement Credits ( 8% annualy) will be reflected in my Social Security Statements. Is that annually or when I finally decided to get the benefits?
Many thanks
V.V.
Hi Jose, thank you for your question. The Social Security Statements are updated annually. Every year, your employer sends your earnings for the previous year to Social Security. We use the previous years earnings to calculate future benefit amounts.
yve h.
I can not access my account!!!
Teresa
My brother does not have a computer. He is 57 and would like to request benefit statement. What does he need to do for this request?
V.V.
Hi Teresa: See our How to Request Your Social Security Statement web page for details on how your brother can request one.
thomas p.
I am requesting a statement showing the part b amount that i am paying. Thomas Hershey
Michael M.
How can I get a statement of my social security earnings. I filled out my information and stated it could not help me at this time after giving all information.
R.F.
Hello Michael. You can get your personal Social Security Statement online by using your my Social Security account. Thanks!
Dong
Good day! May i please know if Social Security has an office in US American Embassy in Manila?
Thank you and have a nice day.
R.F.
Hello Dong. For a complete list of Federal Benefits Units and contact information, visit: http://www.socialsecurity.gov/foreign. Thanks!
Rose l.
Is 2017 earning report ready to print yet thanks
V.V.
Hi Rose. In January 2019, we will send the 2018 SSA-1099 (Social Security Benefit Statement), showing the amount of benefits received in the prior calendar year. A worksheet (IRS Notice 703) is included for determining whether any portion of the Social Security benefits received are subject to income tax.
You can request a replacement form SSA-1099 for 2017 online using your my Social Security account. If you do not already have an account, you can create one. Once you are logged in to your account, select the “Replacement Documents” tab. If you are unable to create a my Social Security account or do not want to request it online, 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. or you can contact your local Social Security office.