What you need to know

Due to the nationwide holiday plans, social security offices across the country are closed on certain days of the year. One of these closures is scheduled to take place on October 14, 2024 in honor of Columbus Day.

This closure could make it more difficult for people who rely on Social Security benefits to go to offices or receive payments. However, the Social Security Administration offers several online services that remain available even when offices are closed.

Social security offices closed on October 14th

Social Security offices are always closed on federal holidays such as Columbus Day, Veterans Day and Christmas. No payments will be accepted and no personal services will be offered on these days.

This is important to keep in mind if you need to visit an office or are expecting a payment at this time. Fortunately, thanks to SSA's online services, you can access most of the benefits and information from home.

Social Security offices closed on Columbus Day

Office closures on Columbus Day

• In honor of Columbus Day, social security offices will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024.
• Social Security only sends payments on business days that are not weekends or holidays, so no payments will be made on that day.
• Your expected payment will be sent the following business day if it is due by then.
• Every Social Security office in the country is closed on the second Monday in October, known as a federal holiday.

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Further office closures will follow soon

• Additional office closures are expected after Columbus Day due to the upcoming federal holidays.
• The offices will be closed again in honor of Veterans Day on November 11, 2024.
• After that, it will be closed for Thanksgiving Day, which occurs on the fourth Thursday in November.
• Finally, the social security offices will remain closed for Christmas on December 25, 2024.
• No in-person services will be accepted during these holidays and payments will be deferred to the following business day.

Online services available on federal holidays

Social security online services continue to be available on rest days. You can apply for retirement and disability benefits, view your earnings history, and review your most recent SSA statement, among other benefits.

For those who need to consult with someone, there is also an automated phone line at 1-800-772-1213 or TTY 1-800-325-0778 for those who are deaf or hard of hearing. Having access to these online tools to manage your benefits even when Social Security offices are closed makes it easier to complete important tasks without having to visit Social Security offices in person.

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