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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Marcella F.
Mail my letter
A.C.
Hi, Marcella. 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 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
Larry H.
I am curious about whether or not I can get a refund from social security due to the exorbitant prescription prices I am paying,even with part d.
Regards,
V.V.
Hi Larry. Anyone who has Medicare can get Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D). Some people with limited resources and income also may be able to get Extra Help. This Extra Help will help pay for the costs, such as monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and prescription copayments.
You can apply for Extra Help online. To schedule an appointment or to apply for Extra Help over the phone, contact us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., or contact your local Social Security office.
Tara U.
TARA UNKAUF
DOB 62
DRIVERS LICENSE Louisiana 252
ADDRESS BLVD
NOLA, 70124
PHONE-
I NEED A CPY OF MY LAST SS STATEMENT FOR TAX PURPOSES
PLEASE PLEASE CALL ME AT 504-762-0632
THANK YOU!!!!!!!
P
V.V.
Thank you for using our blog, Tara. Social Security sends the SSA-1099 each year in January to people who receive Social Security benefits using the address they have on file with Social Security.
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.
Tara U.
MY NAME IS TARA UNKAUF
DOB-1/19/1962
DR. LIC NUMBER 4593252
LAST 3 NUMBERS O F SS IS 8675
ADDRESS 982 ROBERT E LEE BLVD
NEW ORLENS, LOUISIANA 70124
I NEED A COPY OF MY LAST SS STATEMENT FOR TAX PURPOSES. PLEASE CALL ME AT 504-762-0632
Tara U.
My name is TARA UnKauf BENITEZ
SOCIAL NUMBER ENDS ON 8676. MY DRIVERS LICENSE 4593262
DATE OF BIRTH 1/19/62
CURENT ADDRESS 982 1/2 ROBERT E. LEE BLVD.
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana
current phone number 504-762-0623
I need a copy of my last statement for tax purposes and cant do it on my computer. I have too give this my CPA. will someone PLEASE CALL ME. I NEED THIS FOR FILING TAXES. THANK YOU, TARA UNKAUF BENITEZ. CAN SOMEONE PLEASE PLEASE CALL ME. TARA UNKAUF BENITEZ.
Angelo L.
I wish this website showed how to get a copy of a benefit DENIAL letter. I tried everything without success.
V.V.
Hi Angelo, thank you for using our blog. At this time, the only notice you can obtain online is the COLA notice in your my Social Security account. However, in your my Social Security account you can check the status of your application which will show both the date the decision was made along with the decision.
For a copy of the official denial letter, you will need to contact your local Social Security office or call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available to help you Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Jane A.
I did not receive my social security esrnind statement for 2018 to do my taxes how do i get it?
V.V.
Thank you for your question, Jane. Social Security sends the SSA-1099 each year in January to people who receive Social Security benefits using the address they have on file with Social Security.
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.
Carol D.
Am I able to add monthly payment to my social security account if I quit my job before retirement age?
V.V.
Hi Carol, thank you for the question. A Social Security retirement benefit is calculated by using your highest 35 years of earnings. If you do not have 35 years of earnings, we will use all of the earnings on your record and factor in an annual total of $0.00 earnings for each of the remaining years.
Social Security has an online calculator called a Retirement Estimator that provides immediate retirement benefit estimates based on your actual Social Security earnings record. Plus, it also allows you to create “what if” scenarios. You can, for example, change your “stop work” dates or expected future earnings to create and compare different retirement alternatives.
See our Benefits Planner: Retirement web page for more on obtaining benefit estimates.
Susan M.
How can I get my statement if I don’t have a home email? Can it be mailed to me?
kirk h.
i really need a copy of my income form for taxes.the system refuses to co-operate and it is a min.45 min wait on the phone.Why all this run around?????????????Can you help me?????
A.C.
Hi, Kirk. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. 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.