As of April 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has implemented stricter identity verification procedures to protect beneficiaries from fraud, particularly in relation to direct deposit ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is changing how you apply for new benefits and update your direct deposit information. After some pushback, the timeline for implementing the changes has been ...

Save a copy of a voided check as a PDF document. If you do not have a check, then please provide proof of ownership for your bank account as provided by your bank. This form must be saved before ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) said Monday it will no longer allow individuals to verify their identity over the phone but instead require online authentication or in-person visits for those ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is taking proactive steps to enhance the security of its services by implementing stronger identity verification procedures. The updated measures will further ...

WASHINGTON – Recipients getting Social Security benefits via direct deposit may see the money in their accounts more quickly due to changes announced Wednesday by the federal government. The changes ...

Millions of people still prefer a paper check for federal income tax refunds. But President Trump signed an executive order ...