The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program will resume deposits in April, following a pause in March due to its payment schedule. This interval does not indicate errors; rather, it is a Social Security Administration (SSA) policy that advances deposits when the scheduled date falls on a weekend or holiday.
The payment was issued on February 28th, because March 1st fell on a Saturday. It should be noted that, while some months have no deposits, others may require double payments to ensure the 12 annual disbursements. The fact that you receive two payments in a month does not imply that there are additional payments.
Increases in SSI amounts for 2025
The Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increased benefits by 2.5% this year. This increase is made every year after taking into account the previous year’s inflation to keep Social Security recipients (and other programs such as SNAP benefits, for example) from losing purchasing power.
The monthly limits are:
- $967 for individuals.
- $1,450 for beneficiary couples.
However, these maximum amounts are not applicable to everyone. The final figure is determined by factors such as employment income, external financial support, and contributions to basic expenses.
For example, staying at a friend’s house without covering a proportionate share of rent or food could reduce the payment to $342.33 because the program deducts savings on essential needs. Some states, such as California, provide additional supplements, so check local regulations.
The SSA recommends waiting until the April payment is reflected in your account before inquiring about specific amounts, as retroactive adjustments may take a few days. If the deposit does not appear by April 1, it is best to wait three business days due to potential banking delays.
After this time, call 1-800-772-1213 or visit a local office with your social security number (SSN) and any relevant documentation to expedite the review.
Procedures and requirements for SSI are now stricter
Beginning March 31, 2025, key changes will be implemented for beneficiaries who wish to apply for SSI and other Social Security programs.
In-person identity verification: Those who do not use the my Social Security digital platform for procedures (applications, updating bank accounts, etc.) must present identity documents in person. This measure will come into full force on April 14. Users registered online will keep their processes unchanged.
Return of overpayments: In the event of overpayments, SSA will continue to withhold up to 10% of the monthly benefit to recover funds. However, those affected can appeal if they consider the decision unfair.
Impact of external pensions: Under the Social Security Fairness Act, pensions from jobs not covered by the SSA (such as certain public positions) could influence other programs, although it does not apply to SSI payments. The now enacted law will eliminate the GPO and WEP retirement and pension cuts, and some federal employees will see an increment in their checks, and the raise is permanent.
