The Supplemental Security Income is a Federal benefit for couples or individuals who have a low income and little to no resources. What is more, they must have a disability, be blind, or be 65 years old at least. Once you qualify, you receive 12 payments per year, so one check or direct deposit per month. The thing is Social Security has had to schedule 2 paydays in November.
Nevertheless, there is nothing wrong with it since you will still receive 12 payments for 2024. As a matter of fact, the reason why the Administration has had to schedule another payment for late November is simply. The usual date for December is not a business day. Hence, the payday needs to be sent ahead of schedule.
No bonus or extra payment for SSI recipients
Since the Supplemental Security Income payment for December has been rescheduled, there will be 2 direct deposits issued in November. However, it is important that you save that money for December because it is the money for that month.
What is more, the Social Security Administration needs to ensure that no SSI payment is late. Many recipients rely on this money, so it is not possible for them to wait for the money.
The new SSI payday for December will be November 29, 2024. Therefore, the Supplemental Security Income payment will be issued 2 days in advance. So, it will be beneficial for those eligible recipients who have a low income and need the money to pay debt, loan, or buy the essentials.
Will SSI payments on November 29 be higher?
Actually, the amounts will be the same as in your previous SSI payment as long as your eligibility and personal situation have not changed at all. For example, if you reported additional earnings, it may affect your payment amount and you may get less money.
On average, a Supplemental Security Income is about $697 as of September 2024. The maximum amount for an essential person is about $472. Those who are individuals and get the largest benefit possible can receive up to $943.
If you are an eligible married couple and you get the largest payment possible, it will be up to $1,415. File for SSI if you have a low income and get a low Social Security check.