The Social Security Administration (SSA) sends monthly Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments to millions of beneficiaries. If the first of the month falls on a weekend or federal holiday, payments are moved to the previous business day. For example, because January 1, 2025 was a Wednesday and a holiday (New Year’s), the payment was moved to December 31, 2024.
The first of June is a Sunday, so the deposit is made on May 30th. This policy aims to ensure that beneficiaries receive funds without delay due to bank closures. Official sources confirm that there are no double SSI payments in October or December, despite some inaccurate reports.
SSI payments for the rest of 2025
The SSA adjusts payments only if the first of the month is a non-business day, with no other exceptions. For example, Labor Day (September 1) falls on a Monday and must be scheduled by August 29.
It can be confusing to see double or no SSI payments in some months. However, the agency sends a total of 12 annual payments, one per month. Neither more nor less:
- January: Payment on December 31, 2024 – overdue
Reason: January 1 is a holiday (New Year’s Day, Wednesday). - February: Payment on January 31, 2025 – overdue
Reason: February 1st falls on a Saturday. - March: Payment on February 28, 2025 – overdue
Reason: March 1st falls on a Saturday. - April: Payment on April 1, 2025 – On time
April 1 is a Tuesday, it is not a holiday. - Mayo: Payment on May 1, 2025 – On time
May 1 is Thursday, it is not a holiday. - June: Payment on May 30, 2025 – overdue
Reason: June 1st falls on a Sunday. - July: Payment on July 1, 2025 – On time
July 1 is a Tuesday, it is not a holiday. - August: Payment on August 1, 2025 – On time
August 1st is a Friday, it is not a holiday. - September: Payment on August 29, 2025 – overdue
Reason: September 1 is Labor Day (Monday holiday). - October: Payment on October 1, 2025 – On time
October 1st is Wednesday, it is not a holiday. - November: Payment on October 31, 2025 – overdue
Reason: November 1st falls on a Saturday. - December: Payment on November 28, 2025 – overdue
Reason: December 1st falls on a Sunday
Let us now discuss the amounts: the maximum possible for an SSI beneficiary in 2025 (December inclusive) is $967, while the maximum possible for a couple living together and applying for benefits together is $1,450.
There is one item that is almost obsolete: “essential person.” This is an additional $484 payment for people who receive assistance with even the most basic daily activities.
