How to Change a Social Security Address
If you have moved -- or are about to move -- should you notify Social Security of your new address? The answer is: sometimes. Here's how to know when you should file a Change of Address with the Social Security Administration, and how to do it, as well.
- Difficulty:
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Instructions
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**Read the Social Security Change of Address FAQ**
You can find a direct link to this in Resources, below.
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**Don't File in Most Cases**
You don't need to file any sort of notification with Social Security if you don't actually receive payments from them. In fact, the Social Security Administration doesn't even keep an address on record for you, unless you are receiving payments.
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**File if You Get Social Security Benefits**
If you get any form of payments from Social Security, such as retirement or disability, then it is important for them to have a current address on file.
You can file a change of address online by filling in a few forms and providing current information to confirm your identity. See Resources, directly below, for a link to the Change of Address forms.
If you prefer, you can call Social Security by phone at 1-800-772-1213 to change your address, or contact your local Social Security Office to being the process.
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Tips & Warnings
You can't file a Change of Address with Social Security in advance. Wait until you have actually changed your address.
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Comments
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I too was at a loss; I want to continuue direct deposits; but wanted to update my permanent home address
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Hello Randy.this Margaret wife of Vance, I did tried to send you a message but failed, I would like to inform you that Vance passed away last June 2011....Margaret Beard
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This article is very poorly written and leave the reader with confusion. #3 says "If you get any form of payments from Social Security, such as retirement or disability, then it is important for them to have a current address on file." Does this include payments made by direct deposit to my bank account? Clear as mud!
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AdirondackTrina
Mar 16, 2009
good tips to know...I'm GLAD they don't have my address on file!Ü
