How can I get a Social Security Statement? (2024)

FAQs

Can I get a copy of my Social Security statement online? ›

NOTE: You can receive an immediate Social Security Statement online by using a free my Social Security account. Log in or sign up today at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.

1-800-325-0778

You can also use our automated telephone services to get recorded information and conduct some business 24 hours a day. If you would like to receive your Social Security Statement by mail please follow these instructions. If you live outside the United States visit Service Around the World.

Using my Social Security (mySSA) website

The website allows mySSA Internet Users (IUs) to view, print, save, or request a mailed replacement Social Security Benefit Statement. We issue replacement Social Security Benefit Statements as a Form SSA-1099-R-OP1 or SSA-1042S-R-OP1.

If you already have a personal my Social Security account, you can log in to your account to view and print your SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S. If you don't have access to a printer, you can save the document to your computer or email it to yourself.

Millions of people of all ages now use these online accounts to learn about their future Social Security benefits and current earnings history. For workers age 60 and older who do not have a my Social Security account, we currently mail Social Security Statements three months prior to your birthday.

The Electronic Records Express options are online via Social Security's secure website or by fax.

You can get a benefit verification letter online instantly by using your personal my Social Security account. If you don't have an account, you can create one at any time. It's easy, convenient, and secure.

There's really no “bonus” that retirees can collect. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a specific formula based on your lifetime earnings to determine your benefit amount.

If you become disabled before your full retirement age, you might qualify for Social Security disability benefits. You must have worked and paid Social Security taxes in five of the last 10 years.

At what age is Social Security no longer taxed? ›

Social Security income can be taxable no matter how old you are. It all depends on whether your total combined income exceeds a certain level set for your filing status. You may have heard that Social Security income is not taxed after age 70; this is false.

Sign in to your personal my Social Security account to get your letter. Already have a my Social Security Account? Sign In to your account below and go to “Replacement Documents” on the right side of the screen, then choose “get a Benefit Verification Letter” to view, save and print your personalized letter.

If you would like to receive your Social Security Statement by mail, please print and complete a "Request For Social Security Statement" (Form SSA-7004) and mail it to the address provided on the form. You should receive your paper Social Security Statement in the mail in four to six weeks.

Sign in to your account. Download your 1099 or 1042S tax form in your Social Security account. If you live outside the United States and can't access your form online, contact a Federal Benefits Unit for help.

Our customers can get an instant verification letter online with a personal my Social Security account. Also, they may continue to call us toll-free to request a letter by mail.

You can instantly view, print, or save your Benefit Statement. If you don't have an account, you can create one at ssa.gov/myaccount. Calling us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 7:00 pm.

Our customers can get an instant verification letter online with a personal my Social Security account. Also, they may continue to call us toll-free to request a letter by mail.

Can I get a transcript or copy of Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, from the IRS? You can get a wage and income transcript, containing the Federal tax information your employer reported to the Social Security Administration (SSA), by visiting our Get your tax records and transcripts page.

To be on the safe side, McBride says to keep all tax records for at least seven years. Keep forever. Records such as birth and death certificates, marriage licenses, divorce decrees, Social Security cards, and military discharge papers should be kept indefinitely.