Many people in the United States are about to receive a new Social Security payment through Direct Deposit. Some will get it today, while others might get it in the next few days. The exact date depends on how you receive your Social Security money and whether you meet certain rules.
If you depend on this payment, knowing the right date helps plan your monthly budget. For most people, this will be the only Social Security check they get before the end of April. But to receive this particular payment, you must be part of a specific group—called Retiree Group 4.
Let’s understand who can get this payment and how it works.
Who Will Receive the Payment?
This March 2025 payment is not for everyone. Only a selected group of Social Security retirees can get it now. If you’re wondering whether you’ll receive it, there are two simple rules to check.
First, you must have started getting Social Security payments after May 1997. Second, your birthday should fall between the 21st and 31st of any month. If you meet both these conditions, you belong to Group 4.
Important Payment Dates to Remember
Here are the main dates you should keep in mind if you’re in Group 4:
March 26 – You will receive your payment today if you use Direct Deposit.
March 27 or 28 – You may get the payment on one of these days if you don’t use Direct Deposit.
Even if your payment doesn’t come by March 28, there’s no need to worry. Sometimes, it takes longer because of the bank’s processing time. The Social Security Administration sends the money on time, but how fast it shows up in your account depends on your bank.
How Much Money Will You Get?
The amount you receive depends on your regular monthly Social Security benefit. There is no extra or bonus amount for this month. For example, if your normal payment is $2,300, you will receive the same amount again this time.
There is another payment called Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which may change monthly. But the retirement payment stays the same unless there’s a yearly increase due to COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment), which only happens once a year.
What If You Don’t Get Paid on March 26?
If you don’t receive your Social Security money on March 26, don’t panic. The government sends out up to four different payments every month. Your payment might come later, depending on which group you belong to and how you receive the money.
Make sure to check your eligibility and payment group, so you can know your exact payment date every month. Staying informed helps avoid confusion and delays.
Getting your Social Security payment on time is important, especially when you rely on it for your monthly expenses. If you’re in Group 4 and meet the conditions, your payment will likely arrive soon—either today or within the next couple of days. Just remember, the payment date depends on both your birthday and whether you have Direct Deposit set up. Even if it takes a little longer, the money is on its way.