Social Security May 2025 Payments Go Out in May 2025?
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Social Security recipients, get ready: your May 2025 payment schedule brings important changes and two SSI checks this month. From payment dates to a shift away from paper checks, here’s what you need to know to plan ahead and stay informed.
Social Security Payment Dates for May 2025
Social Security benefits are typically paid based on your birth date. Here’s the schedule for May 2025:
- Born between 1st and 10th: Payment arrives Wednesday, May 14.
- Born between 11th and 20th: Payment arrives Wednesday, May 21.
- Born after the 20th: Payment arrives Wednesday, May 28.
If you don’t receive your deposit on the expected date, allow for three mailing days before contacting the Social Security Administration. Remember, 99% of recipients receive their payments electronically, ensuring a smooth process.

Learn more about Social Security payment schedules
Two SSI Payments Scheduled for May
If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), good news: you’ll get two payments in May 2025!
- First Payment: May 1, for the month of May.
- Second Payment: May 30, an advance payment for June, since June 1 falls on a Sunday.
This ensures no disruption for the nearly 7.4 million Americans who rely on SSI, many of whom also receive standard Social Security benefits.
Find details about SSI and eligibility

End of Paper Checks Coming Soon
In a major update, President Donald Trump signed an executive order ending the distribution of most paper Social Security checks by September 30, 2025.
- Only those without a checking account may qualify for an exemption.
- The move aims to boost security and improve payment efficiency.
This change highlights the importance of setting up direct deposit or another electronic payment method soon.
Update your Social Security direct deposit information
Planning for Your Future: Access the 2025–2026 Calendars
The Social Security Administration provides online calendars for 2025 and 2026. Using these resources can help beneficiaries better manage monthly budgeting and anticipate when funds will be available.
View the 2025–2026 Social Security payment calendar
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