Each month, the Social Security Administration (SSA) sends out Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments to eligible Americans. These payments help people who are elderly, visually impaired, or living with disabilities—and who also meet low-income requirements.
The rule is simple: SSI payments are sent on the first business day of each month. But when the 1st falls on a weekend, the SSA shifts the payment to the previous Friday. This helps avoid delays due to banking closures. It’s a bit like celebrating your birthday early if it falls on a Sunday—same celebration, just moved up.
Let’s break down what happened in March 2025, what’s coming in April, and when people could receive two payments in one month.
March 2025: SSI Arrived Early
In March 2025, the 1st was a Saturday. That meant SSI payments were moved forward to Friday, February 28th, based on SSA rules. So, those who receive SSI got their money before March even started.
This led to some confusion because people expected another payment during March—but since the early payment had already covered that month, there was no second payment.
April 2025: Back to the Regular Schedule
In April, everything goes back to normal. April 1st falls on a Tuesday, a regular business day, so SSI payments will be made on time. There are no changes to the schedule this time.
If you’re receiving SSI, expect your payment to land in your bank account on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
What If Your Payment Is Delayed?
Although payments are usually on time, technical issues or bank delays can happen. The SSA suggests waiting three full business days before contacting them. For example, if your payment was due on a Wednesday, wait until the following Monday before calling.
Also, make sure your contact and bank details are correct in SSA records. If your information is outdated, you might face delays or communication issues.
Can You Ever Get Two SSI Payments in a Month?
Yes, it can happen—but only in special cases.
Here’s how: If the 1st of a month falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the SSA moves the payment to the last Friday of the previous month. If this happens for two months in a row (like December and January), you could end up with two SSI payments in one calendar month.
Example:
If May 1st is a Sunday, you’d receive the May payment on April 30th. Then, if June 1st is on a regular weekday, that payment comes on June 1st as usual. So in April, you’d technically get two checks—but one belongs to May.
In March 2025, this didn’t happen, so recipients only got one payment (early, on Feb 28th).
SSI Payment Limits in 2025
The SSA sets maximum monthly SSI amounts, though the actual amount you receive can vary depending on your income and living situation:
Individuals: Up to $967 per month
Couples (both eligible): Up to $1,450 per month
These amounts were updated with a 2.5% increase in 2025 under the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). The next COLA update will be announced in October 2025.