SSI | Social Security Administration
Eligibility
United States Citizen or Permanent Resident; Adults and children who have limited income and resources;
Required documents
Birth certificate or other proof of birth
Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status if you were not born in the United States
U.S. military discharge paper(s) if you had military services before 1968
W-2 forms or self-employment tax returns for last year
Medical evidence already in your possession (medical records, doctors' reports, and recent test results
Award letters, pay stubs, settlement agreements, or other proof of any temporary or permanent workers' compensation-type benefits you received
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
800-722-1213
Voice - Toll-free National Line
Languages
English, Spanish
Application process
(1) Call or visit website for more information at https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/eligibility (2) Application process differs if you an adult with disability, applying online, applying with your local office, a child with disability, or a person who is age 65 or older
Fees
No fees
Description
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.
Date of Last Formal Update
05/08/2025
Data provided by
211 DuPage County
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Providing organization
Social Security Administration
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.