WHEN WILL MY DISABILITY MONEY ARRIVE?

Under 20 CFR 404.1805, Social Security says:  "As soon as possible after we have made a determination or decision that you are entitled to benefits, we certify to the Secretary of the Treasury, who is the Managing Trustee of the Trust Funds--your name and address...the amount of the payment(s) to be made and...the time at which the payment(s) should be made in accordance with 404.1807."

 In reality, if often takes up to 60 days after a decision has been made for the claimant to receive the first check from the US Treasury.  I have seen checks arrive in less than 30 days - but 60 days is more realistic.

 Monthly payments are assigned a due date based on the day of the month on which the insured claimant was born.  While there are exceptions, here are the usual payment due dates for Social Security benefits:

 DAY OF THE MONTH YOU WERE BORN                PAYMENT DUE DATE

 1st - 10th                                                    Second Wednesday of each month
11th - 20th                                                  Third Wednesday of each month
after the 20th                                               Fourth Wednesday of each month

 If you believe you are entitled to a payment that has not been received, you should first call either your local Social Security office or call 1-800-772-1213.
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This information is believed to be accurate but before relying on it for important decisions, please check with the US Social Security Administration.  This blog post is not owned, operated or endorsed by Social Security.

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