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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. Quandarius p.

    This Quandarius perry is my benefit still ok

  2. dayanne h.

    i want to start receiving my statements in the mail

    • L.A.

      Hi Dayanne. Good news! You can access your Social Security 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. We hope this helps.

  3. Brenda H.

    I need to replace past years 1099s. I need back to 2015. Can I print them out online or do I have to visit local office.?

  4. Shirley S.

    My Social Security check went to an old bank account, at Iberia Bank Ruston, La I went to Social Security ifc & they told me it was still there, the bank said they returned it, The would not forward it to my new bank or give it to me the later said they returned it to SS, so now I have to wait seven to ten business days to get paid, which my creditors aren’t to happy with me, can you please tell me where that check is now ? imheavenbound1945@icloud.com thank you I’m desperate for funds

    • L.A.

      Hi Shirley. We are sorry to hear about your situation. Unfortunately, but for your security, we do not have access to personal information in this forum. In your situation, we recommend you continue working with your local Social Security office. You can also call our toll free number, 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), from Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. You can ask to speak to a supervisor on your next visit or call. We hope this is resolved soon.

  5. Faye S.

    I’ve received Social security since I became 62. I have since been employed as a real estate Agent. I am now 72 years old. Is it possible for me receive more benefits since I have working as an agent?

    • L.A.

      Hi, Faye. Each year, we review the records for all working Social Security beneficiaries to see if additional earnings may increase their monthly benefits. If your earnings for the prior year are higher than one of the years we used to compute your retirement benefit, we will recalculate your benefit amount. If an increase is due, a new monthly benefit amount is established on your record automatically. For more information, check out our web page, Getting Benefits While Working. We hope this information helps.

  6. Pamela C.

    I need my 1099 statement before Oct 23

    • L.A.

      Hi Pamela. Good news! You can request a replacement SSA-1099 by using your personal my Social Security account. We hope this helps.

  7. william v.

    i can not access my account

    • L.A.

      Hi William. We are sorry to hear that you are having difficulty when trying to use your personal my Social Security account. If you are still unable to access your account or encounter another 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, between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “help desk”; or
      •Contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.

  8. marguerite c.

    I am 89 years old and have a problem remembering some things and not being able to get a 1099 form for 2018 is irresponsible because it should have been mailed to me by you ????? you didn’t do your job and I am paying the consequences!!! thank you
    NOW I CANNOT DO MY TAX RETURN

    • A.C.

      Hi, Marguerite. We are sorry to hear about your situation. 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 is resolved soon.

  9. TERRY G.

    Why am I not able to view my social security statement on line. I used this:www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount
    and I am not able to view my statement. I am not able to open my account. I have a user name and password.

    • A.C.

      Hi, Terry. We are sorry to hear you had difficulty creating a personal my Social Security account. If you are still unable to create an 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. We hope this helps.

  10. carol c.

    i would i like to a make a new my social security account cause i no longer have the email that i signed up with the first time,,,,,,

    • A.C.

      Hi, Carol. For assistance 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. We hope this helps.

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