Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement (SSA-1099)
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: January 30, 2025
Tax season is here, and we’ve made replacing your annual Benefit Statement easier. There’s no need to wait on the phone or make an appointment to visit a Social Security office.
The Social Security Benefit Statement is also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S. It is a tax form we mail to you every January if you receive Social Security benefits. It shows the total amount of benefits you received in the previous year, so you know how much Social Security income to report to the IRS on your tax return.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments aren’t taxed. If SSI is the only payment you receive from us, we won’t send you a Benefit Statement.
If you misplace your SSA-1099/SSA-1042S or you didn’t receive the form in January, you can get a replacement online by signing in to your personal my Social Security account.
Select the “Replace Your Tax Form SSA-1099/SSA-1042S” link. Go to the “Choose a year” dropdown menu. Choose from any of the past 6 years for which benefits were paid and select the “Download” link.
A replacement for the most recent tax year will be available beginning February 1.
You can instantly view and print your SSA-1099/SSA-1042S. If you don’t have access to a printer, you can save each document on your computer or laptop or email it.
You can easily create a personal my Social Security account if you don’t have one.
If you’re a noncitizen and you received or repaid Social Security benefits last year, we will mail you form SSA-1042S. If you live outside the U.S. and need a replacement form, you can create your personal my Social Security account with an ID.me credential. If you cannot create an account and you live abroad, please contact your Federal Benefits Unit to request your SSA-1042S.
If you do not have access to the internet or cannot create an account, you have the option to use our automated phone services to request a replacement SSA-1099/SSA-1042S (if you live in the U.S.) The form is available after January 31. Our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″.
If a beneficiary died before the end of last year or before they received their SSA-1099, we will mail the form to the last address on their record. The form is used to file any final tax return, if necessary.
To learn more about this topic, visit:
- Income Taxes and Your Social Security Benefit.
- Withholding Income Tax From Your Social Security Benefits.
- IRS Publication 915 (2024), Social Security and Equivalent Railroad Retirement Benefits.
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James m.
I have not received my 1099 for 2024
I called office and was told it was mailed. I said I did not receive. They said they would mail another. I have not received.
How can I file my taxes without it?
S.S.
Hi, James. Thanks for using our blog. We are sorry to hear you did not receive the level of customer service you expected. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account, or by using our automated telephone services. The automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this helps!
Yvonne B.
My SS benefits in entirety went to Medicare. Will I still receive a 1099? if not is the benefit considered taxable? and if so, how do I report without the 1099 form?
S.S.
Hi, Yvonne. Thanks for using our blog. If you misplace your SSA-1099/SSA-1042S or you didn’t receive the form in January, you can get a replacement online by signing in to your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this helps!
Yvonne B.
tax year 2024 is not showing as an option for me within the drop down box when I sign into my account. Form not received in the mail….Still need a 1099….please advise
S.S.
Hi, Yvonne. Thanks for using our blog. You can also request a SSA-1099 using our automated services. Our automated telephone services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this helps!
Jackie
My 95 year old mother did not receive her ssa1099. Sat on hold for an hour yesterday. She does not have internet. Getting ridiculous.
Marc p.
Need to get a 1099 form and ain’t getting any help
Brent A.
Can I get a 1099, my name is Brent Allison Bailey, 3200 Mockingbird Ln Amarillo, TX 79109, Thanks
C.B.
Hi, Brent. Thanks for using our blog. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. But remember, never post personal information on social media. We hope this information is helpful.
Frank H.
When I sign onto my account it does not offer my 1099 for 2024. It says the information has not been recorded yet but it’s already Feb 16, 2025
S.S.
Hi, Frank. Thanks for using our blog. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. But remember, never post personal information on social media. We hope this information is helpful.
C.B.
Thanks for using our blog, Marc. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this helps!
Len F.
my page says this after signing in and then clicking the tax form from your account button.
(Our records indicate you do not have access to this page. If you feel that you have reached this page in error, please Contact Us.)
ive tried contacting and was in a “wait for the next operator” message for more than 8 hours!
help please!
C.B.
Thanks for using our blog, Len. We acknowledge your frustration and want to help. Please call our “Help Desk” at 1-800-772-1213. After you hear “How can I help you today?” please say “Help Desk” for assistance with your personal my Social Security account. The help desk is available to callers between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. In addition, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week if you need a replacement SSA-1099. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″ to get a mailed copy. Wait times to speak to a representative are typically shorter Wednesdays through Fridays or later in the day. We hope this helps!
Sally J.
I didn’t receive my SSA 1099. I don’t have a Social Security account yet. I have to wait on the mail to complete enrollment. Then I can ask for the SSA 1099.
Judith A.
My husband did not receive his 1099 for 2024….weeks are in Canada and moved. Sent a change of address. Also advised the Canada Post Office and paid $164.00 for our mail to follow us. However, did not work. Called Social Security office in Grand Forks and they were not aware of the change either. So changed it with them. But still missing the 1099…uggg
C.B.
Hi, Judith. Thank you for reading our blog. Your husband can access his personal my Social Security account while living in Canada by registering and signing in with ID.me. If he doesn’t have an ID.me account, he can visit here and select Sign in with ID.me to get the process started. You both can check out our Office of Earnings and International Operations page for more information. We hope this helps.
Donald H.
I tried to get a copy 2024 , 1099 form and they are not available on line, what is next?
Sandra M.
I need you to send my 1099 to me
C.B.
Hi, Sandra. Thanks for using our blog. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this helps!
Rita k.
I nave not received 2024 tax info formetofile
C.B.
Hi, Rita. Thanks for using our blog. You can request a replacement SSA-1099 using your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this helps!
C.B.
Hi, Donald. Thanks for using our blog. Our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. We hope this helps!
Richard J.
Why is dealing with the gov’t such a pita….I haven’t received my statement for 2024,, and can’t get any help. I want to talk to a real person…not a da…n computer voice.
C.B.
Hi, Richard. Thanks for using our blog. We acknowledge your frustration and want to help. The fastest and easiest way to request a replacement SSA-1099 is by using your personal my Social Security account. If you cannot access your online account, our automated services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling 1-800-772-1213. When you hear “How can I help you today?” say “1099″. If you still want to speak to a representative, generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. We hope this information helps!