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The first round of August’s Social Security checks was sent out last week, with the next three on their way. There’s more than a week’s gap between the first and second payments, and we’ll tell you exactly when to expect yours. If you’re still waiting on your July check, see why it might be delayed and what you can do about it.
The day you receive your payment depends on your birthday and when you began receiving Social Security benefits.
Keep reading to find out if you should expect a check this week and how your payment date is determined. For more information, check out the maximum Social Security amount you can receive each month and how to apply for benefits.
When will I get my August Social Security check?
Below, you’ll see the July schedule for when you should receive your Social Security check or SSDI money.
- August 2:Â Social Security payments for people who’ve received Social Security since before May 1997.
- August 14:Â Social Security payments for people with birthdays falling between the 1st and 10th of any given month.
- August 21:Â Social Security payments for people with birthdays falling between the 11th and 20th of any given month.
- August 28: Social Security payments for people with birthdays falling between the 21st and 31st of any given month.
How does the agency determine my Social Security payment date?
The Social Security Administration usually sends out payments on the second, third, and fourth Wednesdays of each month. The day you receive your check depends on your birthday.
- If your birthday falls between the 1st and 10th, your payment will be sent on the second Wednesday.
- If your birthday falls between the 11th and 20th, your payment will be sent on the third Wednesday.
- If your birthday falls between the 21st and 31st, your payment will be sent on the fourth Wednesday.
SSI recipients generally receive their payments on the first of each month, with a few exceptions explained below.
Will I receive both Social Security and SSI payments on the same day?
If you started receiving Social Security benefits before May 1997, or if you receive both Social Security and SSI, your payment schedule is different. Instead of receiving your payments on a Wednesday, you’ll get your Social Security payment on the third day of each month and your SSI on the first day of each month.
These payment dates change if the first or third day of the month falls on a weekend or holiday. For example, since March 3 fell on a weekend, Social Security recipients received their March payments two days early, on March 1.
What if I don’t receive my Social Security check?
If your check doesn’t arrive on the expected date, the Social Security Administration advises waiting three additional mailing days before reaching out. After that, you can speak with a representative at 800-772-1213. (The SSA notes that wait times are shorter Wednesday through Friday and between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. on weekdays.)
You can also access your Social Security benefits online.
