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The Social Security istration (SSA) is preparing the next round of May payments, continuing its schedule of financial to millions of retirees in the United States.
According to the schedule, those born between the 1st and 10th of the month receive their deposit on the second Wednesday; those born between the 11th and 20th, on the third Wednesday; and those born after the 20th, on the fourth Wednesday. This schedule ensures an orderly distribution.
For beneficiaries who started collecting before May 1997, payment is still on the third day of each month. However, in May, as the third falls on a Saturday, the deposit will be brought forward to Friday the second.
In addition to pensions, the SSA manages the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, which is aimed at people with severe disabilities and low incomes. The amount varies according to household size and living conditions: up to $967 for individuals, $1,450 for couples and $484 for essential caregivers.
Those who receive SSI will also see two payments in May: one on Thursday, May 1, for that month, and another on Friday, May 30, in advance because June 1 will be a Sunday. The SSA advances payments when the date coincides with a federal holiday or weekend.
If the deposit does not arrive on the estimated date, it is recommended to wait three business days before claiming, as 99% of payments are processed electronically and on time.
When are SSI payments made in May 2025?
The May SSI benefits will be paid on the following dates:
Thursday, May 1: SSI payments.
Friday, May 2: Retirement benefits for those who have been receiving checks since before May 1997 and retirees who also receive SSI benefits.
Wednesday, May 14: Retirement, survivor and disability benefits for those born between the 1st and 10th of any calendar month.
Wednesday, May 21: Benefits for those born between the 11th and 20th.
Wednesday, May 28: Benefits for those born between the 21st and 31st.
Friday, May 30: SSI payments for June. In May, SSI beneficiaries receive an unusual double payment.