LOS ANGELES – Millions of Americans who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive two checks in May 2025, part of the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) regular schedule adjustment — not a bonus or increase.
The unique timing reflects how the SSA ensures benefits are delivered on time when payment dates fall on weekends or federal holidays.
Why Two Payments in May?
In 2025, the first day of June falls on a Sunday. Since SSI payments cannot be issued on weekends or holidays, the SSA schedules the June payment to be sent out early — in this case, on Friday, May 30. That means SSI recipients will receive:
- May payment on Thursday, May 1, and
- June payment on Friday, May 30.
As a result, there will be no payment on June 1. This calendar shift happens several times a year and can lead to months with double payments followed by a skip month. The SSA urges recipients to budget carefully during these periods.
Who Receives SSI?
Supplemental Security Income supports approximately 7.4 million low-income individuals, including seniors, blind persons, and people with disabilities. It’s distinct from regular Social Security retirement benefits, though some beneficiaries may receive both.
For 2025, the maximum monthly federal SSI benefit is:
- $943 for individuals
- $1,415 for couples
(Amounts may be higher in states that supplement federal payments.)
2025 SSI Payment Schedule
Apart from May, other months in 2025 that will see adjusted payments due to weekend or holiday timing include:
- August: September payment arrives on Friday, August 29
- October: November payment arrives on Thursday, October 31
- January 2026: The December 31, 2025 payment will count for January
The SSA provides a full calendar outlining all payment dates, which is available on its website at ssa.gov.
What About Social Security Retirement Payments?
Recipients who receive both SSI and Social Security are typically paid on the third day of each month, unless it falls on a weekend or holiday. For those receiving only Social Security, the SSA pays based on birth date:
- Birthdays between the 1st–10th: Second Wednesday
- 11th–20th: Third Wednesday
- 21st–31st: Fourth Wednesday
What to Do If Your Payment Is Late
The SSA recommends waiting at least three mailing days before reporting a missing payment. After that, recipients can call the agency at 1-800-772-1213 or visit a local Social Security office.
Financial Planning Tip
Months with double payments, like May, are not extra income. They are early disbursements. Experts advise budgeting carefully to avoid running short in months when no SSI payment is issued.
The Filipino American community — particularly in California, Nevada, New Jersey, and Hawaii — includes a large number of eligible seniors and disabled individuals who rely on SSI.
For more information, visit www.ssa.gov or consult your local community support center.
