How to Find the Status of a Social Security Claim

Find a computer with an internet connection., Enter your information on the Social Security Administration website., Do not panic if your claim is not found.

3 Steps 1 min read Easy

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Find a computer with an internet connection.

    If you do not own a computer, go to your local public library.

    Most libraries have computers that are available for public use.
  2. Step 2: Enter your information on the Social Security Administration website.

    Find the link to change your claim status (link below).Enter your information to find the status of your claim.

    The website estimates that it takes approximately 1 minute to enter the information and find out your status.

    Follow these steps:
    Enter your Social Security number.

    Enter your confirmation code.

    Click on the "Next" button.

    Your current Social Security status will appear on the screen. , If you recently filed the claim, it may not have had time to enter the system yet.

    Try back in a few days or contact your local SSA representative.
  3. Step 3: Do not panic if your claim is not found.

Detailed Guide

If you do not own a computer, go to your local public library.

Most libraries have computers that are available for public use.

Find the link to change your claim status (link below).Enter your information to find the status of your claim.

The website estimates that it takes approximately 1 minute to enter the information and find out your status.

Follow these steps:
Enter your Social Security number.

Enter your confirmation code.

Click on the "Next" button.

Your current Social Security status will appear on the screen. , If you recently filed the claim, it may not have had time to enter the system yet.

Try back in a few days or contact your local SSA representative.

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