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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Sue L.
Need social security statement.
V.V.
Hi Sue, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to obtain a Social Security Statement. We hope this helps.
Pennie
I was trying to get a benefit letter n see when the stimulus check comes in
Herbert A.
i try to get to my social s apps and ask me for user name and pass word and never get the account set up and cant get track for my apps benefits
V.V.
Hi Herbert, thanks for using our blog. Sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing with your my Social Security account. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance or you can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.
Susan C.
How to find out when my ssi benefits start
Jacqueline M.
I applied for benefits and I go to ssa.gov but it wants me to apply for benefits and I have already applied I want to find the status..
V.V.
Hi Jacqueline, thank you for using our blog to ask your question. You can log in to or create a my Social Security account to check the status of your application online.
If you are unable to check your status online, you can call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) or your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.
L M.
I can not access my social security funds for April. My Direct Express card does not work. I have called every day for 6 weeks and the voicemail system disconnects.please help me access my social security funds. Is there a number I can call to talk to a person. Thank you for your response.
V.V.
Hi L M Hunter, we are very sorry to hear about the difficulties your are experiencing with your Direct Express card. Please contact Direct Express Customer Service at 1-888-741-1115 or visit their website.
If you still need to report a late, missing or stolen Social Security payment, call us at 1-800-772-1213 or you can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.
Talianna P.
Hi my name is Talianna Peter and i am deaf.
Can you make change my appointment with interpreter is on June??
Michael C.
I am currently receiving a spousal benefit. I plan to switch to my own benefit when I turn 70. However I cannot see my statement now since the spousal benefit started. Given this how can i know what my benefit will be when I begin my own benefit at age 70?
V.V.
Hi Michael. You can use your my Social Security Retirement Calculator . There are other Online Calculators that may be helpful as well.
Paul H.
How do you dis-enroll from Medicare Part B?
I’m still under my wife’s medical coverage but there is no information on this website on how to dis-enroll.
Please advise!
David A.
I can’t find my social security statement for 2019? Where is is?
Monroe L.
How do I get my 2019 Form SSA- S.S. Benefit Statement?
Myrle A.
did not receive 2019 SS statement
can I get a replacement
on lime?