Social Security/Federal Benefits
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If you reside in The Netherlands and have questions regarding services provided by the Social Security Administration (SSA), you must contact the SSA Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) located in Dublin, Ireland. For more information on their services and how to contact them, please visit their webpage at:
//ie.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/social-security/.
For comprehensive information on SSA’s services abroad, please visit SSA’s webpage Service Around the World.
If you are already receiving SSA benefits payments, there will be no change in the method of distribution of those payments.
Taxes
In order to file taxes you will need to have a Security Number. For more information on paying taxes as a U.S. Citizen please see:
- The new FATCA FAQ on travel.state.gov or download the FATCA FAQ here (pdf 177 KB)
- The general Internal Revenue Services Page.
- The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act or FATCA website from the IRS.
The Social Security Administration assigns Social Security numbers, and administers the Social Security retirement, survivors, and disability insurance programs. They also administer the Supplemental Security Income program for the aged, blind, and disabled.
Agency Details
Acronym:
SSA
Website:
Social Security Administration (SSA)
Contact:
Contact the Social Security Administration
Local Offices:
Find a Social Security Office Near You
Main Address:
6401 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21235
Toll Free:
1-800-772-1213
TTY:
1-800-325-0778
Forms:
Social Security Administration Forms
Government branch:
Independent Agency
Popular Services from Social Security Administration
Retirement Benefits
Disability Benefits
Get, Replace, or Correct a Social Security Card
MySocialSecurity Online Account
Social Security's Popular Baby Names
Related Agency
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SSDI and SSI Employment Supports
SSDI Only Employment Supports
SSI Only Employment Supports
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Additional Help With Health Care For Persons With Disabilities
Example of Concurrent Benefits With Employment Supports
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How to Reach Social Security
Internet Access | Our internet site, Social Security Online, is located at www.ssa.gov. Most Social Security publications and other public information materials are available at this site. Links that may be of interest to the community serving persons with disabilities:
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By Telephone | For questions about work incentives and to find out more about our Ticket to Work Program, please call our Ticket to Work Help Line at 1-866-968-7842 or 1-866-833-2967 (TTY), between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday. You may also contact us by email at. For general Social Security inquiries, call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 or 1-800-325-0778 (TTY) between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. We can answer most questions over the phone. |
Find Your Local Office | If you have a problem or question, try our toll-free telephone number first. Our telephone representatives will either help you or put you in contact with your local office, if needed. Many local telephone directories list local offices under “Social Security.” If you have internet access, you can find your local office by going to the Social Security Office Locator on our website, Social Security Online, at www.socialsecurity.gov/locator. Enter your postal ZIP code to get the address, telephone number, and directions to your local office. |
By Mail | If you are unable to resolve a problem after calling our toll-free telephone number or after contacting your local office, you may write to the Office of Public Inquiries: Social Security Administration |
my Social Security | Get your free personal online my Social Security account today! If you receive benefits, you can:
Setting up an account is quick, secure, and easy. Visit our website at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount/ to find out how. You may now request a replacement Social Security card online if you live in selected states or the District of Columbia. If you are not requesting a name change or other change on your card and you have a valid driver’s license or a state-issued I. D. card, you may be able to apply for a replacement card online with a my Social Security account atwww.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount/. |
Request copies of the Red Book or other SSA Publications | If you want copies of the Red Book or other public information materials, you Email: ;Fax: 410-965-2037; Phone: 410-965-2039; or Mail: Social Security Administration Office of Supply & Warehouse Management Attn: Requisition and Quality Control Team 2508 Robert M. Ball Building 6401 Security Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21235-6301 We will not ship to Post Office boxes. |
Send Comments or Suggestions about the Red BookMail your comments to: Social Security Administration or Fax your comments to: or Email: |