Some people tend to forget the day it is. Important days like Federal holidays affect normal opening hours in banks, stores, and Social Security offices. So, make sure you know when your SSA office is closed this week.
Since Independence Day, Thursday, July 4 is a federal holiday, all Social Security offices will remain closed on that date. Make sure you make an appointment before you visit your office. There can be other reasons why your local office may not open.
Federal holidays in the United States: Offices will be closed on July 4
Keep in mind that Independence Day (Thursday, July 4) will be the only day when all Social Security offices will be closed. However, there are other upcoming closing dates in 2024.
For example, Labor Day will be another Federal Holiday. The Administration never opens on Federal holidays and it does not send payments on these days either.
That is why your monthly payment may arrive a few days before the due date. When a payday falls on a holiday, it has to be rescheduled to the previous business day says Social Security.
Other upcoming closing dates Social Security in 2024 besides Independence Day
Closing dates affect Social Security Disability Insurance, retirement, survivor, spousal, and SSI beneficiaries who need support from their local office in the USA.
The next Federal holidays will be:
- Columbus Day Monday, October 14
- Veterans Day Monday, November 11
- Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 28
- Christmas Day Wednesday, December 25
How can I check the status of my application without visiting a Social Security office?
Sometimes you need to do something important and you cannot delay it. That is why the Social Security Administration offers online services apart from support in its offices.
- Create or sign in to your my Social Security account at www.ssa.gov/myaccount.
- Once logged in, scroll down to the “Your Benefit Application” section and select “View Details” to see your application status
Thankfully, you can apply for retirement benefits online. If you need to submit your application for Medicare or disability benefits you can do that online too. To check the status of your application you do not need to visit an office. Just like to check the status of your appeal, you can do it online at https://www.ssa.gov/onlineservices/.