The Social Security Administration is sending out its first payments for June, beginning with Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries on Monday, June 1, 2026.
Millions of Americans who rely on Social Security, SSI, disability, survivor, family, and retirement benefits should check the monthly payment schedule carefully to know when their money will arrive.
Social Security payments do not all arrive on the same day. For most beneficiaries, the payment date depends on their birth date.
However, some groups receive payments earlier in the month, including SSI recipients, people who receive both SSI and Social Security, and beneficiaries who started receiving Social Security before May 1997.
Who Gets Paid On June 1?
The first June payment goes to Supplemental Security Income recipients on Monday, June 1. SSI supports people with limited income and financial resources who are age 65 or older, blind, or have a qualifying disability.
Because June 1 falls on a Monday in 2026, SSI payments are being sent on the regular schedule. When the first day of a month falls on a weekend or federal holiday, SSI payments are usually sent on the previous business day.
Who Gets Paid On June 3?
The next Social Security payment date is Wednesday, June 3. This payment applies to beneficiaries who receive both SSI and Social Security benefits, including retirement, disability, family, or survivor benefits.
People who began receiving Social Security before May 1997 are also scheduled to receive their June payment on June 3.
Beneficiaries living abroad, those enrolled in Medicare, or those in certain special payment groups may also receive payments on this date.
This early-month payment group is separate from the standard birth-date-based schedule used for most other beneficiaries.
Birth-Date-Based Social Security Payments
Most Social Security retirement, disability, survivor, and family benefit payments are distributed based on the beneficiary’s birthday. In June 2026, the payment dates follow the standard Wednesday schedule.
Beneficiaries born between the 1st and 10th of any month will receive their payment on Wednesday, June 10. Those born between the 11th and 20th will be paid on Wednesday, June 17.
Beneficiaries born between the 21st and 31st will receive their payment on Wednesday, June 24.
This schedule helps the SSA distribute payments in stages throughout the month rather than sending all payments at once.
Will Juneteenth Delay Social Security Payments?
Juneteenth will be observed as a federal holiday on Friday, June 19, 2026. Banks and federal offices will be closed that day, but Social Security payments are not expected to be delayed because no regular June payment is scheduled for June 19.
Beneficiaries should still monitor their bank accounts and online Social Security accounts if they are concerned about missing deposits.
Delays can occasionally happen because of bank processing times, account changes, or incorrect direct deposit information.
What To Do If Your Payment Is Late
If your Social Security payment does not arrive on the expected date, the SSA generally advises waiting at least three additional mailing or business days before contacting the agency.
Many delays are caused by banking issues rather than Social Security processing problems.
Before calling the SSA, beneficiaries should check for a pending deposit, review their bank activity, and log in to their My Social Security account to confirm payment history and direct deposit details.
If the payment still has not arrived, beneficiaries can contact the SSA at 1-800-772-1213. It is helpful to have your Social Security number, bank account details, expected payment date, and any recent changes to address, bank, or representative payee information ready.
How To Check If Your Payment Is Correct
Beneficiaries can review their My Social Security account to confirm monthly benefit amounts, earnings history, and deductions.
This is important because Social Security payments are based on lifetime earnings, and missing or incorrect earnings records can affect future benefits.
Recipients should compare their current deposit with their award letter or benefit statement. Medicare premiums, taxes, overpayment recoveries, and other deductions can reduce the final amount deposited.
If something appears wrong, beneficiaries can request a review or recalculation from the SSA.
June 2026 Social Security payments will follow the regular schedule, with SSI paid on June 1 and certain Social Security beneficiaries paid on June 3. Most other recipients will receive payments on June 10, June 17, or June 24, depending on their birth date.
Juneteenth is not expected to disrupt the schedule, but beneficiaries should still check bank accounts and SSA records if payments are missing or appear incorrect.
Staying informed about payment dates can help retirees, disabled workers, survivors, and SSI recipients plan their monthly budgets with more confidence.