On August 1, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will pay only to a specific group of beneficiaries.
This day is reserved for people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or started receiving Social Security benefits before May 1997. If you do not belong to one of these groups, you will not be paid on that day.
This staggered payment system aims to better organize the distribution of funds and avoid delays. As a result, it is critical that beneficiaries understand their exact payment date based on their circumstances.
Who will not receive the Social Security payment on August 1?
If you began receiving benefits after May 1997 and are not enrolled in the SSI program, you will not receive your payment on August 1. Instead, the SSA has established a payment schedule based on the beneficiary’s birth date that will be distributed throughout the month.
This is the payment schedule for August 2025:
- Wednesday, August 14: Beneficiaries born between the 1st and 10th.
- Wednesday, August 21: Beneficiaries born between the 11th and 20th.
- Wednesday, August 28: Beneficiaries born between the 21st and 31st.
It’s important not to panic if you don’t receive your payment on August 1, as you may be scheduled for one of the later dates depending on your date of birth.
How to know if you are on the list
To find out if you will receive your payment on August 1, you must consider two key factors:
- Do you receive SSI? If so, your payment will arrive on August 1.
- Did you receive Social Security benefits before May 1997? Then you will also receive the payment on that day.
If you do not meet any of these criteria, your payment will be sent on one of the dates mentioned later in the month. You can check your exact payment date by logging into your account at My Social Security or by checking the official calendar on the SSA website.
What to do if you don’t receive your payment
The Social Security Administration recommends waiting at least three business days after the scheduled date to report a missed payment. If you have not received your deposit by that time, contact your local Social Security office or call the customer service number.
To avoid fraud, the Social Security Administration will never ask for personal information over the phone or via email to release a payment. If you receive a suspicious call, please report it immediately.
Review your situation and avoid surprises
The Social Security payment schedule for August 2025 is well defined, and not all beneficiaries will receive funds on August 1. Knowing your situation and staying informed is essential for avoiding unnecessary confusion or worry.
Check your birth date to see if you receive SSI or if you began receiving benefits before May 1997. If you do not fall into one of those categories, you will receive your payment later in the month. Keep track of the dates and check your bank account or online profile to confirm the deposit.
