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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DONNA A.
if i sign up for my social security account, will i continue to get paper statements in the mail.
if i sign up can i cancel the on line and start to get paper statements in mail
Gary H.
Can you forward me a copy of social security statement. P.O Box 266405. Houston Texas 77207
A.C.
Hi, Gary. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. You can also access your Statement online at any time by creating a personal my Social Security account. With a my Social Security account, you can review estimates of your retirement, disability, and survivors benefits, your earnings record, and the estimated Social Security and Medicare taxes you’ve paid. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps!
James G.
Haven’t recieved my 2018 W2. *** – ** – ***
A.C.
Hi, James. You can request a replacement SSA-1099/1042S for Tax Year 2018 by visiting your personal my Social Security account. You can also contact or visit your local Social Security office. They can assist with a replacement 1099. We hope this helps.
Cheryl W.
Why do I get a “your account is locked” when I attempt to create an account??
A.C.
Hi, Cheryl. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. If you are unable to access your account or encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!
Hagop K.
I need a award letter from the social security
A.C.
Hi, Hagop. It sounds like you are referring to a benefit verification. If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter using your personal my Social Security account. For specific 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 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will generally have a shorter wait time if you call later in the day. We hope this helps.
Lavanda G.
My mother was deceased in 2018 and her SSA 1099 has not been been received to do her taxes for 2018. Nowhere on the website is this addressed and severe warnings are issued for trying to print it online by going to her mySSA page or by calling. I am not trying to steal her identity but just trying to complete her 2018 taxes. It would be nice if this issue was addressed somewhere.
V.V.
We’re sorry to hear about your loss, Lavanda. The benefit statement is mailed to the last address in our records and is intended for the spouse or executor of the deceased. If you do not have access to the mail at that address, the executor will need to go into the local field office with proof of death and proof of executorship. An SSA-1099 can also be given to someone receiving benefits on the deceased beneficiary’s record such as a spouse, parent, or child of the deceased. If you need more information, call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., and ask a representative for assistance.
Estin F.
Would like to know if my payment & my wife’s payment have been received & posted. Have letter saying they were not rec. & we could both be disenrolled.
Estin F Wilhite, Sr. – *** – ** – ***
Mary F. Wilhite – *** – ** – ***
Check Mailed On 02-01-19. Call To Verify your receipt of our check. 803-827-0135
We do not use E-mail & am Planning to
send check out today for $ 173.72 to pay for both of our accounts for March & April 2019. This would be two payments on both accounts. Thank You. E F Wilhite,SrEstin F. Wilhite, Sr.
James W.
Please email me:
2019 Benefit Statement
James W. King
*** – ** – ***
10-17-1942
V.V.
Hi James, thanks for using our blog. You can request a replacement 2018 SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S 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.
Csrol P.
How do I get my 2018 statement?
V.V.
Hi there. You can request a replacement 2018 SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S after February 1 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.
Garry L.
I need a c
opy of 2018 tax statement. I lost mine. *** – ** – ***
V.V.
Hi Garry, thank you for using our blog. Check out our Replacement SSA-1099 web page for details on how to obtain a replacement.
For additional assistance, 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.