Those that were anticipating Social Security payments this week, might be in for a surprise. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that no payments will be issued between May 5 and May 12, 2025. This pause affects retirees, vulnerable populations, widows, and veterans who rely on these benefits for their monthly income.
Why There Are No Payments This Week?
Due to the structure of the SSA’s payment schedule, there is a temporary pause in payments this week. This is based on beneficiaries’ birth dates and the date they started receiving benefits. May 2025 payment dates are as follows:
– May 2 : Those beneficiaries who started receiving Social Security before May 1997.
– May 14 : Recipients with birthdays between the 1st and 10th.
– May 21 : Recipients with birthdays between the 11th and 20th.
– May 28 : All those beneficiaries with birthdays between the 21st and 31st.
This structured schedule means that there is a pause in payments during the second week of May, specifically from May 5 to May 12.
Making sure you understand the payment schedule
The SSA sends out payments on specific Wednesdays of each month. This is determined by the beneficiary’s birth date:
– Second Wednesday: Those who have birthdays between the 1st and 10th.
– Third Wednesday: Recipients who have birthdays between the 11th and 20th.
– Fourth Wednesday : Recipients who have birthdays between the 21st and 31st.
In addition to this, those who were receiving benefits before May 1997, usually receive their payments on the 3rd of each month.
Additionally, those who began receiving benefits before May 1997 typically receive their payments on the 3rd of each month. However, since May 3, 2025, falls on a Saturday, these payments were issued on Friday, May 2.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Payments: What to Expect in May and June 2025
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a government program designed to help the elderly population especially people with disabilities. SSI benefits is as need-based and funded by general tax revenues.
SSI payments are typically sent out on the 1st day of each month. However, when the 1st falls on a weekend or government holiday, payments are made on the last business day before of that month.
For May 2025, the normal the normal payment schedule applies, and beneficiaries received their payment on Thursday, May 1.
However since June 1st falls on a Sunday, beneficiaries will receive their payments on the 30th May 2025.
That means if you receive SSI, you’ll get two payments in May:
May 1 – Regular May payment
May 30 – Advanced June payment
To avoid confusion, budget accordingly and remember that the early payment in May is meant to cover the following month.
What to Do If Your Payment Is Delayed?
If you find that your Social Security benefit or SSI payment has not arrived on the scheduled day, it’s normal to be concerned. There are a few simple steps you can take to figure out what’s going on:
-The SSA makes recommendation to wait three full business days after the expected payment date before taking action. This allows for any processing delays to be resolved.
– If you have opted for payment via direct deposit, be sure to check your bank account for payments or contact the bank directly.
– If you still haven’t received your payment after following all the above, contact the SSA directly.
It is important to stay informed and updated with verified information to ensure that you receive your benefit payments timeously. Ensure that you understand the SSA’s payment schedule. The full 2025 payment calendar is available on the SSA website or your online account.
It is also important to ensure that all your information is up to date to avoid any delays in payment.