The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program is sending new payments for beneficiaries in the month of April, after no deposits arrived in the month of March. Wait, we’re not talking about an error or anything like that: This is a quirk of the Social Security Administration (SSA) calendar that, when a payment falls on a weekend or holiday, advances it to the previous business day.
In the case of March, day 1 fell on a Saturday, so the payment was sent on February 28. With this, it is worth clarifying that SSI beneficiaries receive a total of 12 payments throughout the year and, although some months have no payments, other months have double payments, to compensate for the entire 12 annual payments.
How much can you receive in April 2025 from the SSI program?
Here’s some good news: in 2025, the maximum amounts rose 2.5% thanks to the annual adjustment for inflation (that “COLA” thing they mention in the news). To be exact:
- If you collect SSI as individual, the maximum is $967 per month.
- If you are part of a couple who receives SSI, the limit is $1,450 per month.
But keep in mind that this is only the maximum, and your conditions as a beneficiary do not necessarily qualify you to receive that maximum amount. The final amount depends on several factors, such as whether you work (and how much you earn), whether someone helps you with food or housing expenses, or even whether you receive support from family members.
For example, if you live at a friend’s house and don’t pay your fair share of rent or food, the amount could go down to $342.33. The reason? The program assumes that you are saving on basic expenses. In addition to this, do not forget that some states add a bonus to these amounts. California, for example, usually gives an extra. Check your state’s rules to see if it applies.
More rigorous requirements to apply and receive SSI benefits
In April there are no developments that directly affect payments, but there are adjustments in procedures that you should be aware of:
- More rigorous identity verification: Starting March 31, 2025, if you do not use the online account my Social Security To carry out procedures (such as requesting benefits or changing your bank account), you will have to present identity documents in person. This begins to fully apply from April 14. The good news? If you already use the online platform, don’t worry: everything remains the same.
- Overpayments and appeals: If at any time you are overpaid (a common mistake), Social Security will continue to deduct up to 10% of your monthly payment to recover that money. But you can appeal if you think it is unfair. That’s not new, but it’s good to remember.
- Atension with pensions: If you receive a pension that is not covered by Social Security (such as some from public jobs), the Social Security Fairness Act It could affect other benefits, but not SSI. For now, this applies more to traditional retirements.
Social Security recommends waiting for the April payment to arrive in your account before asking questions about amounts. Sometimes retroactive adjustments or changes take a few days to be reflected in final payments.
If you don’t see the deposit on April 1, wait three business days (sometimes there are bank delays). If it still doesn’t appear, contact Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 or visit your local office. Have your social security number and documents on hand in case your case needs to be reviewed.
