Updated August 26, 2026 Before traveling to a Social Security office, make an appointment. Start at the Social Security Administration’s appointment page, select Get Started, and answer the questions about the service you need. The system will tell you whether the matter can be handled online and, when appropriate, help arrange a telephone or in-person appointment. You can also call Social Security at 800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 7 pm, and tell the representat