How to change social security mailing address

To change your Social Security mailing address, you can follow these steps:

Online:

1. Go to the Social Security Administration's (SSA) website at www.ssa.gov.
2. Click on "My Social Security" and log in to your account.
3. Click on "Contact Information" and then "Update Contact Information."
4. Enter your new mailing address and confirm it.
5. Click "Submit" to update your address.

By Phone:

1. Call the SSA at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
2. Tell the representative that you want to change your mailing address.
3. Provide your new address and confirm it.
4. The representative will update your address.

In Person:

1. Visit your local SSA office. You can find the office nearest you by using the SSA's Office Locator tool on their website.
2. Bring proof of your new address, such as a utility bill or lease agreement.
3. Inform the representative that you want to change your mailing address.
4. Provide your new address and confirm it.
5. The representative will update your address.

By Mail:

1. Complete Form SSA-4020, "Request for Change of Address," which can be downloaded from the SSA's website or obtained from your local SSA office.
2. Attach proof of your new address, such as a utility bill or lease agreement.
3. Mail the completed form to your local SSA office.

Important:

• Make sure to update your address with the SSA as soon as possible to ensure that you receive any important mailings, such as your Social Security statement or benefit checks.
• If you're receiving benefits, you'll need to update your address with the SSA to ensure that your payments are sent to the correct address.
• If you're not receiving benefits, you can still update your address with the SSA to ensure that you receive any important mailings or notifications.

Remember to keep your address up to date with the SSA to avoid any delays or issues with your benefits or other important mailings.