To change your address with the Social Security Administration (SSA), the easiest and most common method is to update it online through your personal "my Social Security" account on the SSA website. If you don't have an account, you can create one quickly. Once logged in, go to the "My Profile" tab, select "Contact" or "Update Contact Information," then enter your new address, review it, and submit the change. You can also choose when the change takes effect. If you are unable to update your address online, for example, if you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or don't have a U.S. mailing address, you can call the SSA's National Customer Service line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time. Another option is to visit your local Social Security office in person, where a representative can help you update your address after verifying your identity. It is important to update your address especially if you receive Social Security benefits or Medicare, to ensure that you receive your communications and payments without interruption. For those on SSI, it is particularly important to update your address within 10 days of moving to avoid penalties or disruptions in benefits. Summary of methods to change address with Social Security:
- Online via "my Social Security" account (recommended)
- Call SSA National Customer Service line (1-800-772-1213)
- Visit local Social Security office in person
This process updates your address with both Social Security and Medicare if you are enrolled in both. Sources:
- Official SSA process for online update under "My Profile" (, , , , )
- Phone and in-person options (, , )
- Importance of timely address update for benefits continuity (, )
