In the coming month of September, United States citizens who receive a Social Security check can expect their payments as usual. However, some groups may need to wait until later in the month to receive their money. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect.
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Early Payments for Pre-May 1997 Retirees
The first group to receive their Social Security payments in September are those who began receiving benefits before May 1997. This group will not experience any delays, as the 3rd of September falls on a Tuesday. Therefore, these recipients can expect their payments to arrive on schedule, just like in previous months.
Who Has to Wait the Longest for Social Security in September?
Retirees in groups 2, 3, and 4, who began receiving benefits after May 1997, will have to wait a bit longer for their September Social Security payments. The timing of these payments is determined by the beneficiary’s birthdate, following the usual Social Security payment schedule.
Since September 1st is a Sunday, the first payment for post-May 1997 retirees will not arrive until September 11th. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the payment schedule:
- September 3rd: Social Security payment for pre-May 1997 retirees.
- September 11th: Social Security payment for post-May 1997 retirees with birthdays between the 1st and 10th of the month.
- September 18th: Social Security payment for post-May 1997 retirees with birthdays between the 11th and 20th of the month.
- September 25th: Social Security payment for post-May 1997 retirees with birthdays between the 21st and 31st of the month.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) in September
It’s important to note that the September Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment was sent out on August 30th. Therefore, there will be no SSI check issued in September. However, this does not mean that beneficiaries will miss out on their SSI payment for the month, as it was simply issued earlier.
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The Benefits of Direct Deposit
To ensure faster access to Social Security payments, it’s highly recommended to activate Direct Deposit. With this method, whether it’s for retirement payments or SSI, the money is deposited directly into your bank account on the scheduled payment date. Without Direct Deposit, recipients might experience a delay of a few days before the funds are available in their checking accounts.
Understanding the Social Security payment schedule for September can help you plan your finances more effectively. By keeping track of these dates and considering the use of Direct Deposit, you can ensure timely access to your benefits each month.