Social Security Check Dates Changed

Oct. Social Security payment comes Wed.

October Social Security direct deposit coming Wednesday, but shutdown delays 2026 COLA

October's second round of disability checks arrives Wednesday, but the announcement of a key Social Security has been delayed due to the government shutdown.

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Social Security to issue payments on Wednesday, October 15: find out who’s receiving a check

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The 2026 COLA announcement for Social Security is coming. When Oklahomans could see increase

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Social Security Cost-Of-Living Increase Announcement Delayed by Government Shutdown

The ongoing government shutdown is delaying the announcement of the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for tens of millions of beneficiaries.

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Government shutdown is impacting Social Security. What it means for payments, benefits

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Government shutdown impacting Social Security: What to know about payments, help, more

7 big changes coming to Social Security in 2026 (including one that could shrink your check)

If you’re among the 74.5 million Americans receiving Social Security or claiming soon, 2026 brings a wave of changes that affect your retirement — including a new age rule. Here's what to know.

Your Social Security check is safe during the shutdown, but there’s a catch you need to know about

While payments will continue on schedule, many support services are suspended and field offices are operating with significant limitations that could affect your access to important documents.

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Some Social Security recipients will get 2 checks in October. See the payment schedule

Social Security checks will be sent out pretty much like normal in October, with one exception. Here's what to know about payment dates for 2025.

2026 COLA Date Confirmed: Here’s How Much Social Security Checks Could Grow

With the COLA announcement date confirmed, Social Security recipients may expect bigger checks soon. Learn how much more you may receive from the adjustment.

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Social Security Issues Reminder About Major Change Coming Next Week

Retirees and all other Social Security beneficiaries must switch to electronic payment options by September 30. After this date, all funds will be deposited into recipients' bank accounts or loaded onto a prepaid debit card to eliminate mail delays and reduce the need for extra trips to the bank.

Social Security checks go paperless. When are Social Security checks deposited?

The first wave of direct deposit Social Security payments for the month of October is set to be sent to recipients this week, with this month marking the first under the agency’s new paperless policy. Starting in October, most recipients will need to have a direct deposit set up with a bank account or use a Direct Express card.