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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Sarah E.
How do I get to a real person to talk to? I can’t find out if you have even received my request.
A.C.
Hi, Sarah. 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.
Marilyn J.
Both my husband, Richard A. Barry and I, Marilyn J. Barry have had My social security accounts in the past. Recently we have both attempted to access our social security information online only to receive messages that our accounts have been suspended. We are trying to find out what our new social security check amounts will be after 2020 cola increases and medicare premium increases. Hopefully you can send letters or notices to our address at 6242 Sunset Haven St., San Antonio, TX 78249 through the US mail informing us of this information since we do not have access online. Our email address is marilynjbarry@att.net. Also, perhaps you can inform us as to why our old user ID and passwords are no longer successful and how to remedy access. Thank you. Marilyn J. Barry
A.C.
Hi, Marilyn. We are sorry to hear you had difficulty accessing your personal my Social Security account. If you are still unable to access 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. Your local office can assist with replacement benefit verification. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps.
Helen V.
I have tried numerous times on my social security account to find out what my payments will be in 2020 but I am only able to see my 2019 payments. What can I do?
Cynthia a.
I am wondering how I will receive my November payment I do not know if I had a direct deposit account set up
L.A.
Hi Cynthia. For your security, we do not have access to your personal information in this forum. For specific questions about your account, please 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 may also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.
SUSAN S.
Recorded telephone call today said my SS benefits would be discontinued because of Fraud. Said SSA and FBI are investigating. Held for connection to office but foreign sounding woman hung up the phone when Is he heard my voice and did not wish to answer my question of where she was calling from?
Think this is a fraud case. The call came to my US telephone 956-509-7500 at 11:15 am from 1-800-934-3433.
I am currently visiting for the winter in Mexico and am easily reached at my email below or at +52–1-271-179-4552.
L.A.
Hi Susan. Thanks for letting us know. Generally, we will only contact you if you have requested a call or have ongoing business with us. Recently, scams—misleading victims into making cash or gift card payments to avoid arrest for Social Security number problems—have skyrocketed. Our employees will never threaten you for information or promise a benefit in exchange for personal information or money.
If you receive a suspicious call like this: 1) Hang up. 2) Do not provide personal information, money, or retail gift cards. 3) Report suspicious calls here. For more information on how to protect yourself, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. We hope this helps.
Karla H.
I need a hard copy of my 2019 Award Letter, and now that it’s December, I’ll need one for 2020.
My SS number is *** – ** – ***
My address is:
Karla Howell
80 SW 2nd Street
Renton, WA 98057
Thank you
L.A.
Hi Karla. Good news! If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view it, print it, and save your benefit verification letter using your personal my Social Security account. We hope this helps.
Moftia A.
I need a copy of my SocialSecurity Administration including an IRMAA notice for 2016
L.A.
Hi Moftia. For your security, we do not have access to your personal information in this forum. Please contact your local Social Security office to get the notices you are looking for. We hope this helps.
george r.
when do we get r social security letter tellin how much we r getin
L.A.
Hi Georgia. You should have received your notice in December 2019. We hope this helps.
Katherine
Howe can i see my check was mail
Susan G.
This is a question. I went to SS for a Account Activation Code because I could not set up mySocialSecurity. In the first paragraph of the letter, they say “you will receive a mailed notice within 5-10 business days. What does this mailed notice contain?
L.A.
Hi Susan. 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. and 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “help desk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.