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Social Security Payments and Administrative Changes Set for April

This week marks the first April payments for SSI and early retirees, as the SSA prepares to limit phone-based identity verification by mid-month.

Stock image/file photo: A Social Security card with U.S. Dollars and a Treasury check.
Following two checks in February, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments will be disbursed on April 1, 2025, as planned.
Social Security is an essential lifeline for many people, not just a monthly cheque. To guarantee that benefits are paid out on time, the Social Security Administration (SSA) adheres to a strict calendar.
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Overview

  • The first April Social Security payments will be issued on April 1 for SSI recipients, with retirement benefits for pre-May 1997 recipients following on April 3.
  • Maximum monthly benefits for 2025 are $5,108 for retirees at age 70 and $967 for SSI recipients, reflecting a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
  • Additional April payment dates are scheduled for April 9, 16, and 23, based on recipients' birth dates.
  • The Social Security Administration is implementing workforce reductions, department closures, and will restrict over-the-phone identity verification starting mid-April 2025.
  • Social Security remains a critical support system for 70 million Americans, including retirees, individuals with disabilities, and survivors.