The next few hours will be very important for millions of people who receive Social Security benefits in the United States. If you rely on Social Security as your main source of income, it’s crucial to know when your payment is coming and what group you belong to, as this will help you plan better.
Each retiree receives their Social Security payment once a month. If you are expecting a check, it could arrive in the next few hours. The most surprising thing is that Social Security sends payments not only to retirees but also to people receiving disability benefits. This means that retirees of all ages, or even those who receive benefits as a spouse, are eligible to get their monthly payments.
So, you could be getting this week’s payment in April and use it as needed. The great thing about Social Security payments is that there’s no need to explain how you use the money. Whether you want to go on vacation, make home improvements, pay bills, or even enjoy a nice meal at a restaurant, you can use the money however you like.
How to Get Your Social Security Payment in the Next Few Hours
The next Social Security payment will be sent out on April 16, 2025. On this day, only a specific group of retirees will receive their check. If you’re one of the eligible recipients, it’s important to understand the requirements needed to receive this payment.
If you are 62 years old and retired, the requirements are:
- You must have applied for the benefit after May 1997.
- Your birthday must fall between the 11th and 20th of any month.
But here’s the most important part: This payment isn’t just for retirees who are 62. Even if you’re older or have a different type of benefit, you’ll still get your check on April 16 as long as you meet these two requirements.
Also, the amount of your check doesn’t affect the payment date. Whether you receive a large payment of over $5,000 or a more average amount of $1,850, as long as you belong to Group 3 of retirees, you’ll receive the payment on April 16.
More Social Security Payments in April
After the April 16 payment, there will be another round of payments for eligible retirees. The second payment of the month will be sent out on April 23, 2025, for retirees in Group 4. To know if you’re part of this group, check the following conditions:
- You must have applied for Social Security after May 1997.
- Your birthday must fall between the 21st and 31st of any month.
Your birth year doesn’t matter in this case. After the April 23 payment, the next Social Security payment will arrive in May 2025.
