The change marks a major improvement in customer service, allowing beneficiaries and applicants to manage their Social ...

SSA and Treasury Department officials underscored that neither agency will ever request payment to expedite or set up ...

1. Use Your “my Social Security” Account, It's the Easiest and Safest Method. The most secure and efficient way to request a direct deposit change is through your personal “my Social ...

You can update most of your information with the Social Security Administration online. But for big changes, you may need to ...

In a move set to reshape how millions of Americans engage with Social Security services, the Social Security Administration ...

The Social Security Administration said it will no longer issue paper checks for benefit payments starting Sept. 30, 2025.

Social Security will stop mailing paper checks, shifting to electronic payments to boost security and cut costs—a move affecting those still using traditional methods.

If you're not comfortable with making the change online or if you prefer speaking with someone directly, the SSA provides other methods for updating your direct deposit information. You can also ...

Social Security beneficiaries that don't have or want a my Social Security account must visit a local office to change their direct deposit information and can call 1-800-772-1213 to schedule an ...