****IMPORTANT: Social Security offices are offering more in-person appointments and have resumed in-person services for people without an appointment.
To avoid waiting in line, they strongly encourage people to use the online services at https://www.ssa.gov/onlineservices or call them to schedule
appointments in advance rather than walking in without an appointment.
The Virginia Beach Social Security Office determines eligibility and pays benefits to those entitled to survivor benefits. Determines eligibility and pays benefits to the entitled legally blind. Determines eligibility and pays retirement benefits to those entitled aged 62 and older.
Top Online Services on SSA.gov
You can go online at: https://www.ssa.gov for the following services. You can take care of these things without making an appointment at your local office.
Apply for Benefits
- Apply for Retirement Benefits
- Apply for Disability Benefits
- Apply for Medicare Benefits
- Appeal a Decision
Check Your Account Information
- View Your Latest SS Statement
- Review Your Earnings History
- Estimate Your Retirement Benefits
- Check Your Application Status
Updates To Your Account
- Change Your Address
- Direct Deposit Setup and Changes
- Print Proof of Benefits
- Print Out Your 1099 Form
SSI makes monthly payments to people who have low income and few resources and are:
Age 65 or older;
Blind; or
Disabled.
If you are applying for SSI, you can complete a large part of your application by visiting our website at www.socialsecurity.gov. You also can call us toll-free at 888-377-5237 to ask for an appointment with a Social Security representative.
Parents or guardians usually can apply for blind or disabled children under age 18. In some cases, other third parties can apply for children.
You should bring certain items when you apply. Even if you do not have all of the things listed below, apply anyway. The people in the Social Security office can help you get whatever is needed.
Please bring:
- Your Social Security card or a record of your Social Security number;
- Your birth certificate or other proof of your age;
- Information about the home where you live, such as your mortgage or your lease and landlord's name;
- Payroll slips, bank books, insurance policies, burial fund records and other information about your income and the things you own;
- The names, addresses and telephone numbers of doctors, hospitals and clinics that you have been to, if you are applying for SSI because you are disabled or blind;
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligible noncitizen status; and
- Your checkbook or other papers that show your bank, credit union or savings and loan account number. If you are approved for SSI, you must receive your
payments electronically. Payments may be made via direct deposit, the Direct Express® card program or an Electronic Transfer Account. For more information, visit www.GoDirect.org.
How to apply online?
Visit www.socialsecurity.gov and select 'Apply online for disabilitybenefits.'
Fill out the Disability Benefit Application
Answer the questions on the Adult Disability Report
Mail or take the documents to this Social Security office.
The online forms are available to you seven days a week during the following hours (Eastern time):
Monday-Friday: 5 a.m. until 1 a.m.
Saturday: 5 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. until 11:30 p.m.
Holidays: 5 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Opening Up a MySocialSecurity Account
If you paid in to Social Security or are looking for benefits, you will need to open a 'my Social Security' account. This is an online account directly from the Social Security Administration that lets you keep track of and manage your SSA benefits, and allows you to make changes to your Social Security record.
My Social Security Account
Getting a Social Security Card OR Replacing A Social Security Card OR Correcting A Social Security Card
1. Learn what documents you'll need to get an original, replacement, or corrected Social Security card, whether it's for a child or adult, U.S. citizen or noncitizen.
Documents List.
2. Read the instructions for and fill out an application for a new, replacement, or corrected card.
Social Security Forms
3. Social Security cards aren't processed online. Print your application and find out where to take it in person or mail it.
Missing Social Security Checks or Payments
Contact the agency. The paying agency will provide you instructions on how to file a claim
File the claim with the paying agency. (800) 772-1213.
Supplemental Security Income
Pays benefits based on financial need.
Social Security Disability
Public social insurance programs that replace income lost because of a physical or mental impairment severe enough to prevent a previously employed person from working. Monthly cash benefits are paid to the eligible individual with a disability and his or her eligible dependents throughout the period of disability.
SSI
SSI benefits also are payable to people 65 and older without disabilities who meet the financial limits. People who have worked long enough may also be able to receive Social Security disability or retirement benefits as well as SSI.
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Every time I call I never get a answer. I end having to go to the office and wait for hours just to ask simple questions. I don't find it fair that we need help and the customer service won't even answer.
Dear Sir/Ma'am, Two weeks ago I succeeded in calling your office and I was told that a I will receive a call for an appointment last week. I have not received that call.
I need to get my Medicare Card. I've applied twice but was informed I didn't. I forgot my SS login password and was told to contact the Norfolk, VA that is closed. How do I make an in person appt. to discuss this issue. I can't wait online for [30] during the day at work.
I would like to know how to check the status of a SSN requirement (new). I submeted all the documents (via mail) in accordance with the requirements and, after 4 weeks, I have not any kind of feedback. Respectfuly,
I was not satisfied with the information I was given regarding a name change on my SS card. I was told appointments were no longer made for this service and I could send in my court ordered name change documentation and my drivers license. I told her I wasn’t comfortable sending my DL. She said to get a letter from my doctor stating I was a patient and had been treated. I called my doctors office and they have never heard of such a request. I consulted SSA online about name change but found nothing indicating appointments were not being accommodated. Please advise.
I got a divorce a few years ago and need to change my name back to my maiden name. I have all the papers. How can I do it?
I need to apply for my son ssc he never received his from the hospital. How can i make an appointment. Please help.
My husband passed away in 1995 and I heard that I can claim his social security instead of mine.I still have 4 more years until I retire. Just want to know if his is more money than mine can I claim his?
I am 62 and would like info on applying for my benefits. What do I need to do? Thank you.
Hello this is ibrahim civan I enter the country 10 of jun by Greencard visa and still i didnt get my social security number i have job offer letter in order to work i need social security number pls.
I need to make an appointment to get my adopted son’s Social Security card updated.
Tips for visiting this office- Make an appointment I call to make an appointment- wait time to make an appointment is 55 minutes. Not a lot of people are afforded the luxury of waiting on the phone for 55 minutes.