New Social Security Payments Arrive September 3
The Social Security Administration (SSA) will send its first round of September payments this week. Millions of retirees and other beneficiaries can expect funds to arrive soon. The first direct deposits and checks are scheduled for Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
This payment is for a specific group of recipients. Your eligibility depends on when you first filed for benefits. The SSA uses a clear schedule to manage all payments.
Who Receives a Payment on September 3?
The September 3 payment is for a specific group. It goes to people who started receiving Social Security benefits before May 1997. If you fall into this category, your payment arrives on the third day of each month.
You do not need to do anything to receive your money. The SSA automatically sends the payment to your registered bank account or mailing address.
Full September 2025 Payment Schedule
The SSA issues payments on different days based on your birth date. This system applies if you began receiving benefits after May 1997. The schedule ensures a smooth distribution of funds.
- September 10: Payments go to beneficiaries with birthdays between the 1st and 10th.
- September 17: Payments go to beneficiaries with birthdays between the 11th and 20th.
- September 24: Payments go to beneficiaries with birthdays between the 21st and 31st.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments typically arrive on the first of the month.
How Much Money Will You Receive?
Individual payment amounts vary for each person. They are based on your earnings history and the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The SSA applies these adjustments automatically to your benefits.
For context, the maximum Social Security benefit in 2025 is $4,018 per month. A worker must retire at the full retirement age of 67 to receive this maximum amount. You can check your personal payment details on the official SSA website.