If you are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in the United States, your next payment is just a few days away. But the exact date your money arrives depends on your group, which is decided by when you started receiving benefits and your birthdate.
For many disabled citizens, this monthly benefit is the main source of income. Knowing exactly when your check will arrive helps you manage household expenses, bills, and groceries more easily.
Let’s find out how the payment schedule works and which group you fall into.
Who Will Receive the April 16, 2025 Disability Payment?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has scheduled the next SSDI payment for Wednesday, April 16, 2025. But only a certain group of beneficiaries will receive their money on this date.
You will receive your check on April 16 if:
- You started receiving SSDI after May 1997, and
- Your birthday is between the 11th and 20th of any month
If you do not meet both conditions, your payment will arrive on a different date, based on your group.
Understanding the SSDI Payment Groups
To help organize payments, the SSA divides SSDI recipients into four groups:
Group 1:
- People who started receiving benefits before May 1997
- This group usually gets paid on the 3rd of each month
Group 2:
- Started benefits after May 1997
- Birthday falls between the 1st and 10th
- Gets paid on the second Wednesday of the month (April 9, 2025)
Group 3:
- Started benefits after May 1997
- Birthday is between the 11th and 20th
- Gets paid on the third Wednesday of the month (April 16, 2025)
Group 4:
- Started benefits after May 1997
- Birthday is between the 21st and 31st
- Gets paid on the fourth Wednesday of the month (April 23, 2025)
So, your group depends on two things:
- The month and year you began receiving SSDI
- Your date of birth
How to Check Your Group and Payment Date
If you are not sure which group you are in, follow these easy steps:
- Check the date your SSDI benefits started
- Look at your birth date
- Match both to the group list above
Once you know your group, you can mark your payment day on your calendar every month. This way, you can plan your expenses and stay organized.
How Are Payments Sent?
The fastest and safest way to get your Social Security Disability payment is through Direct Deposit. If you have Direct Deposit set up, you will receive the money on the same day it’s issued by the SSA.
If you receive your check by mail, it might take a few extra days to arrive, depending on postal delays and bank processing.
Knowing your SSDI group and payment date can make your life easier. If you’re in Group 3, your next payment will arrive on April 16, 2025. Others will get their payments on April 3, 9, or 23, depending on their group.
The Social Security Disability Insurance program is a lifeline for millions of Americans. It’s important to stay informed about your payment schedule to manage your finances better. If you haven’t already, consider enrolling in Direct Deposit to receive your payment on time without delay.