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Social Security Holidays 2022 When Are Offices Closed

Many services are available online or by phone even when Social Security offices aren t open

Getty Images Social Security Administration (SSA) field offices observe 11 annual federal holidays. Offices are closed to visitors on these days, and telephone help from live representatives is not available. That occurs next on Friday, Nov. 11, when federal agencies close for Veterans Day. Here's the Social Security holiday schedule for 2022:
New Year's Day 2022: Friday, Dec. 31, 2021Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, Jan. 17 Washington's Birthday: Monday, Feb. 21Memorial Day: Monday, May 30Juneteenth National Independence Day: Monday, June 20 (observed, because June 19, the date of Juneteenth, falls on a Sunday)Independence Day: Monday, July 4Labor Day: Monday, Sept. 5Columbus Day: Monday, Oct. 10Veterans Day: Friday, Nov. 11Thanksgiving: Thursday, Nov. 24Christmas: Monday, Dec. 26 (observed, because Christmas falls on a Sunday) When a holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, federal offices observe it on the preceding Friday or the following Monday, respectively. Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. Under normal operations, Social Security offices are open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. They April 7 after more than two years of strictly limited visitation due to the . During that period, field offices were closed to foot traffic and allowing scheduled visits only in limited, critical situations. While the offices are again serving walk-in visitors, Social Security strongly recommends making an appointment in advance to avoid lines and long waits. Visitors must complete a before entering and wear a mask while inside. To make an appointment, call your .

Social Security by phone

To speak to a Social Security representative by phone, you can: Call the SSA's national customer-service number, 800-772-1213, between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. local time on weekdays. Call your local office between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays. You'll find the correct number by plugging your zip code into SSA's . Groceries 20% off a Freshly meal delivery subscription See more Groceries offers > The SSA is modernizing its national phone system and says callers may experience service issues during the upgrade, including longer wait times, busy signals and unintentional disconnects. The agency recommends calling during less busy times, such as early (8-10 a.m.) or late (4-7 p.m.) in the day and on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. AARP Membership — $12 for your first year when you sign up for Automatic Renewal Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. , which can serve as proof of Social Security income if you are applying for a loan or for aid from a government program; request a new Medicare card; or check on the status of a pending claim for benefits. You'll find a , which are available 24 hours a day, at the Social Security website.

Online services My Social Security

Whatever the status of your local office and whatever the day or time, you can securely access many SSA services with an online . You don't need to be getting benefits yet to use My Social Security. Once you've at the , you can use it to: Check your Social Security statement, which shows your lifetime earnings history and your current or .Check on the status of a pending application for benefits or .Set up direct deposit for your benefit payments or change the deposit details.Request a or Medicare card.Request a benefit verification letter. or SSA-1042S form, which details your benefit income for tax purposes.Notify the SSA of a change of address or phone number.You can also apply for retirement benefits, Medicare or (SSDI) online. You'll find information and links to application forms on SSA's web page. AARP Membership — $12 for your first year when you sign up for Automatic Renewal Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. More on retirement AARP VALUE & MEMBER BENEFITS See more Finances offers > See more Vision Benefits offers > See more Retirement offers > See more Technology & Wireless offers > SAVE MONEY WITH THESE LIMITED-TIME OFFERS