December always sounds like a gift, and this time it’s not Santa Claus who comes with good news for you. Millions of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries are already anxiously awaiting their last check of this year 2024. But that’s not the news, the news is that this December, this payment will arrive a little earlier than expected, so, write down the dates that we are going to tell you if you are waiting for the ho-ho-ho of SSI to sound!
Why am I getting an advance payment?
There will be a slight and small change and that is that SSI beneficiaries will receive incredibly good news on December 31st to end the year: their first check of 2025. No! It is not an additional payment, for example, the January check will arrive on the last day of 2024.
This measure is a very common measure by the SSI so that its beneficiaries do not miss a day of payment due to special dates, that is, if we look at the calendar, December 1st is a holiday, so, when issuing the payment on that day, it could be delayed between 2 and 4 days, can you imagine what it is like to spend 4 days with “water up to your neck”?
That is why the SSI decides to advance the date of sending the checks one day earlier, the same will happen on February 1st, which will be advanced to January 31st as it coincides with a weekend.
In this way, the SSA ensures that all beneficiaries receive their money on the scheduled date.
How much will the check amount be?
The SSI check averages $589 (for people over 65), which also includes the COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) increase. Although it depends entirely on your financial situation, some of the approximate amounts are as follows:
-SSI individuals: up to $965 (compared to the $943 they received in 2024)
-Couples: up to $1,450
How do I know if I can receive the SSI check?
The SSA evaluates that beneficiaries meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 65 years old or older
- Have some type of disability (such as blindness)
- Middle income limit (since if you exceed the limit imposed by the SSA you will be disqualified as an applicant)
- Have U.S. residency or citizenship.
For those under 64 years old, the payments will be different (and will reflect the needs that the SSA deems appropriate for each age range)
What should I do as a beneficiary before December 31?
If you want to 100% guarantee that your check will arrive before the 31st, first verify that your bank details are up to date and correct on the SSA platform. Review the payment schedule to avoid confusion, and if you have any problems or questions, do not hesitate to contact the Social Security Administration directly so they can help you with your problems.
What other SSI data is there for December 31?
Well, if you do not qualify for this payment, there are still other amounts that you could acquire after the COLA for this 2025:
- $484 as a major benefit for essential people
- $967 for eligible people
- $589 as an average for people over 65
- $838 for recipients under 18 years old
- $862 for those beneficiaries between 18 and 64 years old.
Do not forget! For this year the COLA has increased by 2.5% and will be reflected in all SSI payments, so with this small increase, you will be able to continue to maintain the standard of living you have been leading without even noticing the rise in inflation!