The Social Security Administration said it will no longer issue paper checks for benefit payments starting Sept. 30, 2025.

Why will Social Security stop issuing paper checks? "This change is part of a broader government-wide initiative to modernize payment systems and enhance service delivery. "By moving to electronic ...

To get a Social Security card, you must bring original or certified documents. Photocopies aren't accepted due to strict SSA ...

The transition primarily affects a small group of beneficiaries who have not switched to electronic payment methods already, which is less than 1%, the administration wrote. Notices are being sent out ...

The Social Security Administration has backed off from plans to eliminate paper checks. However, it will only send checks in ...