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Understanding Your April Social Security Payment Schedule
The final Social Security payment for April is being processed for beneficiaries. If you are awaiting your monthly Social Security benefits, including retirement, survivors, or disability benefits, this article clarifies when you can expect to receive your funds. The timing of your payment schedule is dependent on factors such as the duration you’ve received benefits, receipt of other government benefits, and your birth date.
To understand precisely when your payment will arrive, continue reading for a detailed breakdown of the Social Security payment schedule for April and the factors determining your specific date.
For further insights, explore resources on Social Security and SSDI benefits, and understand potential tax obligations for Social Security Disability Insurance recipients.
April Social Security and SSDI Payment Schedule
To determine your payment day, refer to the Social Security and SSDI payment schedule provided below for April.
Social Security Payment Schedule – April 2025
| Beneficiaries receiving Social Security since before May 1997 | April 3 |
|---|---|
| Birth date between 1st and 10th of the month | April 9 |
| Birth date between 11th and 20th of the month | April 16 |
| Birth date between 21st and 31st of the month | April 23 |
Understanding Your Social Security Payment Date Determination
Typically, Social Security payments are distributed starting on the second Wednesday of each month. Subsequent payments are then made on the following two Wednesdays. The specific week you receive your payment is based on your birth date. However, an exception applies, which is detailed below.
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| Birthdate range | Social Security check date |
|---|---|
| 1st – 10th | 2nd Wednesday of the month |
| 11th – 20th | 3rd Wednesday of the month |
| 21st – 31st | 4th Wednesday of the month |
Payment Schedules for Recipients of Other Government Benefits
Your birth date does not determine your payment schedule if you have been receiving Social Security benefits since before May 1997, or if you are a recipient of both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). In these instances, payments are consistently issued on the same date each month, with a few exceptions explained below.
Social Security payments are generally sent on the 3rd of each month, while SSI payments are sent on the 1st. These dates are adjusted if the 1st or 3rd falls on a weekend or federal holiday. For instance, when March 3rd fell on a weekend last year, Social Security recipients received their March payments two days earlier, on March 1st.
Social Security and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are the only benefits disbursed according to the same schedule.
Phasing Out of Paper Social Security Checks
According to a White House executive order, the issuance of paper Social Security checks will cease on September 30, 2025. Following this date, all payments will transition to digital methods, including direct deposits, debit cards, credit cards, digital wallets, and other real-time payment systems. This shift aims to decrease the overall expenses associated with mailing physical checks to beneficiaries.
This transition is not unexpected, considering that only 485,766 social security checks are mailed monthly compared to 68,104,184 direct deposit payments. While this change may require adjustment for individuals accustomed to receiving physical checks, the move to digital benefit payments is intended to enhance security. Notably, particular exemptions will be made for certain individuals.
Steps to Take if Your Social Security Check is Missing
If your Social Security check does not arrive as expected, the Social Security Administration (SSA) advises waiting for three additional mailing days before contacting them. After this period, you can reach out to the national toll-free number: 1-800-772-1213.
The SSA indicates that call wait times are typically shorter in the morning, later in the week, and later in the month. If you encounter difficulties reaching the SSA via the national number, utilize their office locator to find a local office for assistance.
For further information, learn about applying for Social Security benefits for eligible children and the application process for Social Security Disability Insurance.