If you receive Social Security benefits in the United States, it’s important to follow the monthly payment schedule closely. This schedule decides when your money arrives—and for some, it may even bring two different payments in the same month.
But not everyone gets these two payments. Only a specific group of people will qualify to receive both retirement checks and SSI (Supplemental Security Income) in the same month. If you are eligible, April 2025 might bring a nice surprise.
In this article, we explain who gets two payments, what the payment schedule looks like, and how much you could receive.
Why Does the Payment Schedule Matter?
Once the Social Security Administration (SSA) starts sending your retirement money, your payment date depends on when you started receiving benefits and your birth date. This can make your payment arrive earlier or later in the month.
Also, some months (like April 2025) have more than one payment opportunity—for certain people. But this doesn’t apply to everyone, only those who qualify for both retirement and SSI.
Who Can Get Two Payments in April 2025?
To get two Social Security payments in April, you must be eligible for both:
- Retirement Benefit
- SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
This means you must be someone who has applied for retirement payments and qualifies for SSI—usually based on low income or financial need.
You can’t get the full amount for both programs, but it’s possible to receive a partial amount from each, which still adds up to good financial support.
Full Payment Schedule for April 2025
Let’s break down the April 2025 payment schedule by date and type of payment:
| Payment Date | Payment Type |
|---|---|
| April 1 | SSI (Supplemental Security Income) |
| April 3 | Retirement payments for people who started benefits before May 1997 |
| April 9 | Retirement for people born between 1st–10th, started after May 1997 |
| April 16 | Retirement for birthdays between 11th–20th, started after May 1997 |
| April 23 | Retirement for birthdays between 21st–31st, started after May 1997 |
So if you get SSI and your retirement payment falls on one of the dates above, you could receive two payments in April—one from each program.
How Much Could You Receive?
If you qualify for both programs, here’s how much you might receive:
SSI (Supplemental Security Income):
Up to $1,450 (if both you and your spouse are eligible). Single applicants may receive less.
Retirement Benefit:
Up to $5,180 per month, if you meet the maximum requirements (35 years of high-income work and retirement at age 70).
Disability retirees (SSDI):
Maximum is $4,018 in 2025.
However, very few people get the maximum amount from either program. Most receive less, depending on their work history, income, and age of retirement.
Can You Get the Full Amount in Both?
It’s not possible to get maximum payments from both programs. If you qualify for both, your SSI may be reduced because of your retirement income. But the two payments are still compatible, meaning you can receive both if you meet the eligibility requirements.