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by Yasmin Reilly DVM Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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How to Check Your Social Security Statement Online

  • Head to the official Social Security website. (Make sure you're at ssa.gov and that the start of the URL includes “https” indicating that it's a secure connection.)
  • Create an account. Follow the instructions carefully. When you receive your activation code, return to the Social Security website to complete the process.
  • After you've created your account, log in. Even here, you'll encounter an additional security measure. After you submit your password, the website will email you a one-time security code. ...

Your Social Security Statement (Statement) is available to view online by opening a my Social Security account. It is useful for people of all ages who want to learn about their future Social Security benefits and current earnings history.

How can I find out my Social Security benefits?

These fact sheets include:

  • Retirement Ready (Fact Sheet For Workers Ages 18-48) [ English | Spanish ]
  • Retirement Ready (Fact Sheet For Workers Ages 49-60) [ English | Spanish ]
  • Retirement Ready (Fact Sheet For Workers Ages 61-69) [ English | Spanish ]
  • Retirement Ready (Fact Sheet For Workers Ages 70 and Up) [ English | Spanish ]

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How do you check your SSN status online?

Why Should I Verify Names and SSNs Online

  • Correct names and SSNs on W-2 wage reports are the keys to the successful processing of your annual wage report submission.
  • It's faster and easier to use than submitting your requests paper listings or using Social Security's telephone verification option.
  • Results in more accurate wage reports.
  • Saves processing costs and reduces the number of W-2c's.

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How can I access my social security information online?

Your Social Security ... online account. Select the link “Get a Benefit Verification Letter,” and then “Customize Your Letter,” AARP advised. Select the information you want to include and click “Apply to Letter.” You can print the letter ...

How to view or check SSS contributions online?

Quick Summary on How to Check Your SSS Contributions on the My.SSS Website

  • Open the My.SSS website and login to your account.
  • After logging in, hover or click on “INQUIRY.”
  • Click “Contributions” on the dropdown menu.
  • You can now see a list of your SSS contributions.
  • To view your self-employed or voluntary contributions, click the “SE/VM CONTRIBUTIONS” tab.

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How can I find out my Social Security benefits amount?

Most people can receive an estimate of their benefit based on their actual Social Security earnings record by going to www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator. You also can calculate future retirement benefits by using the Social Security Benefit Calculators at www.socialsecurity.gov.

How do I check my SSI benefits online?

You can check the status of your application online using your personal my Social Security account. If you are unable to check your status online, you can call us 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

What is the maximum Social Security benefit?

The maximum benefit depends on the age you retire. For example, if you retire at full retirement age in 2022, your maximum benefit would be $3,345. However, if you retire at age 62 in 2022, your maximum benefit would be $2,364. If you retire at age 70 in 2022, your maximum benefit would be $4,194.

What is the average Social Security benefit at age 62?

$2,364At age 62: $2,364. At age 65: $2,993. At age 66: $3,240. At age 70: $4,194.

Online Services

We are constantly expanding our online services to give you freedom and control when conducting business with Social Security.

my Social Security

You can access many of our online services with a free my Social Security Account.

Online Services for Businesses, Governments, Organizational Payees and Third Parties

Use Business Services Online to report wages and use our other online services for businesses.

Social Security Statement

Your Social Security Statement (Statement) is available to view online by opening a my Social Security account. It is useful for people of all ages who want to learn about their future Social Security benefits and current earnings history.

Sample Statement

We redesigned the Statement to make it easier for you to read and find the information you need!

Fact Sheets Added to Online Statement

We have added new fact sheets to accompany the online Statement. The fact sheets are designed to provide clarity and useful information, based on your age group and earnings situation. They can help you better understand Social Security programs and benefits.

Ways to Apply

You can complete an application for Retirement, Spouse's, Medicare or Disability Benefits online.

Retirement or Spouse's Benefits

You can apply online for Retirement or spouse's benefits or continue an application you already started.

Disability Benefits

You can apply online for disability benefits or continue an application you already started.

Appeal a Disability Decision

If your application for disability benefits was denied recently for medical reasons, you can request an appeal online or continue working on an appeal you already started.

Medicare Benefits

You can apply online for Medicare or continue an application you already started.

Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Costs

You can apply online for Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug costs.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Benefits

If you want to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), please read:

How long does it take to create a secure social security account?

If you don’t have a my Social Security account, creating a secure account is very easy to do and usually takes less than 15 minutes.

When do you get a 1099 from Social Security?

An SSA-1099 is a tax form Social Security mails each year in January to people who receive Social Security benefits. It shows the total amount of benefits you received from Social Security in the previous year so you know how much Social Security income to report to IRS on your tax return.

What is the SSA 1099?

There’s no need to visit a field office. An SSA-1099 is a tax form Social Security mails each year in January to people who receive Social Security benefits.

Apply for Retirement Benefits

Starting your Social Security retirement benefits is a major step on your retirement journey. This page will guide you through the process of applying for retirement benefits when you’re ready to take that step. Our online application is a convenient way to apply on your own schedule, without an appointment.

Ready To Retire?

Before you apply, take time to review the basics, understand the process, and gather the documents you’ll need to complete an application.

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