
Make or change an appointment | SSA
For example, you can: Apply for benefits. Get or replace a Social Security card. Update contact information. Change your name. Check your application status. Update direct deposit. Some tasks …
Replace Social Security card | SSA
Request a replacement if your Social Security card was lost, stolen, or damaged.
What happens if I work and get Social Security retirement benefits ...
Jan 2, 2026 · You can get Social Security retirement benefits and work at the same time. However, if you are younger than full retirement age and make more than the yearly earnings limit, we will …
Update direct deposit | SSA
You can ask your bank to send your direct deposit information to Social Security using the Automated Enrollment (ENR) process. This lets your bank send your information straight to Social Security, so …
Plan for Retirement | SSA
Get an estimate Check your Social Security account to see if you’re eligible and how much you'll get when you apply at different times between age 62 and 70.
Create an Account | my Social Security | SSA
Learn more about what you'll be asked before creating a my Social Security account.
Benefit types | SSA
Benefit types Find out which Social Security benefits can help you based on your circumstances. If you already get benefits, visit our Manage benefits page to learn how to make changes, download …
2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Fact Sheet | News | SSA
Based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) from the third quarter of 2024 through the third quarter of 2025, Social Security beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) …
Get benefit verification letter | SSA
It may be referred to as a "proof of income letter" or "benefit letter" and is personalized based on the status of your Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income, and Medicare coverage.
Social Security Forms | SSA
You can electronically complete, upload, and submit select forms to Social Security using the Upload Documents feature. You can also fax or mail any paper form to your local office, unless otherwise …