Social Security $967 Payment to Arrive on Feb. 28 – Eligibility & Details

Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive their March Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments early on Friday, February 28, 2025.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) confirmed that this payment, usually scheduled for March 1, is being advanced because the date falls on a Saturday.

The payment, which averages $967 per month, is not an extra benefit but an early disbursement due to the weekend payment rule.

Here’s everything you need to know about the February 28 Social Security payment, including eligibility requirements, payment amounts, and how to check your status.

Who Will Receive the February 28 Social Security Payment?

The February 28 payment is strictly for SSI recipients, which includes:

• Individuals aged 65 or older who meet the income and resource limits.
• Blind or disabled individuals of any age who qualify for SSI.
• Low-income individuals with limited resources, as defined by the SSA.

To receive this payment, individuals must have already been approved for SSI and scheduled for March benefits. If you receive Social Security retirement, disability (SSDI), or survivor benefits, you will not receive a check on February 28 unless you also qualify for SSI.

Why Is the Payment Coming Early?

The SSA follows a specific payment schedule, ensuring that SSI payments arrive on the first day of each month. However, when the first of the month falls on a weekend or holiday, the payment is moved to the last business day of the previous month.

Since March 1, 2025, falls on a Saturday, the SSA will distribute payments on Friday, February 28 instead. This adjustment ensures that recipients do not face delays in accessing their benefits.

How Much Will You Receive?

The standard federal SSI benefit for 2025 is:

• $967 per month for an individual.
• $1,453 per month for couples.
• Some states offer additional supplements, increasing the total payment amount.

However, not everyone receives the full amount. Payments may be reduced based on:

• Other income sources (such as pensions or Social Security benefits).
• Living arrangements (e.g., living with others who pay for your expenses).
• State-level supplements that adjust federal SSI payments.

When Will Regular Social Security Benefits Be Paid?

For those receiving Social Security retirement, SSDI, or survivors benefits, payments follow this schedule:

• Birth Date 1st–10th → Paid on Wednesday, February 12.
• Birth Date 11th–20th → Paid on Wednesday, February 19.
• Birth Date 21st–31st → Paid on Wednesday, February 26.

These dates remain unchanged and do not affect regular Social Security payments.

How to Check If You’re Receiving the Payment

To verify whether you will receive the February 28 payment, you can:

1. Log into your SSA account at www.ssa.gov/myaccount.
2. Check your SSI payment schedule in your account portal.
3. Call the SSA at 1-800-772-1213 for direct assistance.
4. Review your most recent Social Security letter, which outlines your payment schedule.

Key Takeaways

• SSI recipients will receive their March payment early, on February 28, 2025.
• This is not an extra payment, but a schedule adjustment.
• Only SSI beneficiaries will receive funds on this date.
• Regular Social Security payments follow a different schedule.
• Payments will be automatically deposited into bank accounts or issued via direct express cards.

For more details, visit the official SSA website or call the Social Security helpline.

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