Overview
- Thousands of beneficiaries report delayed or suspended deposits linked to unreported changes in addresses, phone numbers or bank accounts, which can also complicate related administrative reviews.
- SSA imposes preventive holds when it cannot confirm contact or account information for a beneficiary.
- The interruptions are temporary rather than permanent cancellations, but deposits resume only after records are corrected and verification is completed.
- If additional proof of identity or residence is requested, the verification timeline can stretch for weeks or months without income even though eligibility continues.
- Separate from account issues, January payments can post later due to bank processing times, a federal holiday and COLA-related system updates.