The SSA manages US Social Security benefits including retirement, disability, Medicare, and survivors benefits. American expats often need to contact the SSA for benefit claims, direct deposit changes, Medicare enrollment, and Social Security statement queries while living abroad.
Dial 1-800-772-1213 (toll-free within the US)
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Call at 8:00 AM US Eastern Time when lines open
Have your Social Security Number ready
Avoid calling on Mondays, the day after holidays, and month-end
Use my Social Security online account for most queries
Tuesday–Thursday, 8:00–9:00 AM US Eastern Time
my Social Security account: ssa.gov/myaccount — benefit estimates, payment history, Medicare
SSA website: ssa.gov — online services, forms, and publications
Federal Benefits Unit at the nearest US embassy for overseas assistance
Yes. From abroad, call +1 410-965-0900. The 1-800 toll-free number only works within the US. For assistance in your region, contact the Federal Benefits Unit at the nearest US embassy.
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Yes. US citizens can generally receive Social Security benefits while living in most countries. However, there are restrictions for certain countries. Contact the SSA or the Federal Benefits Unit at your nearest US embassy to arrange international direct deposit.
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Have your Social Security Number, date of birth, and any relevant claim or benefit numbers. The SSA will verify your identity before discussing your account.
Yes. The SSA website offers a my Social Security online account for benefit estimates, payment history, and Medicare. You can also contact the Federal Benefits Unit at your nearest US embassy.
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