Is there an extra check in December?

Yes, some people get an extra payment in December, specifically Supplemental Security Income (SSI) (SSI) recipients receive two checks because their January payment gets moved to December 31st due to New Year's Day being a holiday, creating a double payment situation in December. This isn't a bonus but an advance of the January check, with the first December SSI check arriving around the usual time (Dec 1st) and the second (Jan's) on the 31st. Other Social Security benefits (retirement/disability) follow their normal schedule, with larger checks in January due to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA).

Will there be a December Social Security payment?

The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments (SSA benefits), and the date varies depending on birth date or when you began receiving benefits. SSA beneficiaries can expect a payment on Dec. 3, Dec.

Why will some Social Security recipients get two checks in December?

You get two Social Security checks in December because Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients receive their January payment early on December 31st, since January 1st (New Year's Day) is a federal holiday; this isn't an extra check, but the regular January payment arriving ahead of schedule, with the first check being the December payment and the second being the January one. 

Are we getting extra money in our Social Security checks?

No, Social Security isn't sending general "extra checks" for a bonus; any double payments are usually due to calendar scheduling, with an early payment for the next month when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday, but in early 2026, many saw larger checks due to a 2.8% COLA and retroactive payments for some teachers/public servants affected by Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) changes. So, you might see a larger payment or two payments in one month, but it's for the standard Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) or retroactive adjustments, not an unexpected bonus. 

Will SSI beneficiaries get two checks this December due to a holiday?

The second payment will be made within December because the usual deposit date — the first of the month — lands on a holiday - New Year's Day. This happens annually due to the holiday and is standard SSA policy: when the first falls on a weekend or federal holiday, SSI payments are made on the preceding business day.

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Do you get two checks in December?

Yes, the report that some Social Security recipients could receive two checks in December and in certain months throughout 2026 is true, but it applies specifically to recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Why am I getting an extra deposit from Social Security?

An overpayment is when you receive more money than you should have from us. Overpayments occur because of missing or wrong information. This can happen if you don't tell us about changes in your life, like your ability to work, where you live, your marital status, or your income.

Is there a fourth stimulus check coming for Social Security recipients?

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Is there really a Social Security bonus?

The term “Social Security bonus” isn't an official benefit but a way to describe how retirees can increase the amount they receive each month. Social Security allows you to boost your monthly payment by delaying when you start claiming benefits.

Who is getting two Social Security checks?

A few times a year, recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) receive two payments in a month. But those double deposits aren't extra money. They're early payments for the following month.

Who qualifies for an extra $144 added to their Social Security?

An extra $144 added to Social Security usually comes from the Medicare Part B Giveback Benefit, a perk in some Medicare Advantage plans that pays back part or all of your Part B premium, appearing as extra money in your check if Social Security handles the deduction. You qualify if you have Original Medicare (A & B), pay your own Part B premium, and enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan that offers this specific benefit in your area. 

Why did I get a supplemental Social Security payment?

SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income. Social Security administers this program. We pay monthly benefits to people with limited income and resources who are blind, age 65 or older, or have a qualifying disability. Children with disabilities or who are blind may also get SSI.

What is the new Social Security payment?

Retirement benefits to go up about $56 per month

The 2.8% Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2026 will increase retirement benefits by about $56 per month on average, the Social Security Administration said in October.

Will seniors get a raise in 2025?

Yes, seniors received a 2.5% raise (COLA) for 2025, effective January 2025, increasing average benefits by about $50/month, but the next raise is for 2026 (2.8%), announced in late 2025, applying to benefits starting January 2026. The 2025 increase was smaller than the large 2023 raise but reflects moderating inflation, with the 2026 COLA also facing potential challenges keeping pace with rising living costs, according to The Motley Fool. 

What is the $5108 Social Security payment?

A $5,108 Social Security check represents the maximum monthly benefit available for retirees who waited until age 70 to claim benefits, requiring at least 35 years of maximum taxable earnings history; this amount varies annually, with figures like $5,108 common in 2025 and slightly higher (e.g., $5,181) projected for 2026, depending on the year's cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) and specific earnings. 

Are people on Social Security getting extra money?

The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to nearly 71 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2026. Increased payments to nearly 7.5 million SSI recipients will begin on December 31, 2025. (Note: Some people receive both Social Security and SSI benefits.)

How do I know if I'm getting a stimulus check?

Visit the IRS Get My Payment (GMP) portal at https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment to see if you can expect a 2021 Economic Impact Payment. The GMP portal will provide the date when your payment was or will be sent.

Are people on Social Security getting a stimulus check?

No, there are no new federal stimulus checks planned for Social Security recipients or anyone else in early 2026, and any claims about them are likely scams; however, Social Security beneficiaries automatically received past COVID-era stimulus checks, and they will get a standard 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in January 2026, which is a routine benefit increase, not a stimulus. Future payments would require new legislation from Congress, which hasn't approved any new stimulus programs as of early January 2026.
 

Will Social Security send two SSI checks in December?

The second payment will be made within December because the usual deposit date — the first of the month — lands on a holiday - New Year's Day. This happens annually due to the holiday and is standard SSA policy: when the first falls on a weekend or federal holiday, SSI payments are made on the preceding business day.

How do you get the Social Security bonus check?

Most people will receive their one-time retroactive payment by the end of March, which will be deposited into their bank account on record with Social Security.

Why did I just get a deposit from SSA Treas 310 2025?

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Additionally, while previous tax refunds sometimes included stimulus payments related to pandemic relief, these payments have been phased out in 2025. Therefore, if you see a deposit labeled “IRS Treas 310” today, it is almost certainly solely from your tax refund.

What date is the Christmas bonus being paid?

Christmas bonuses are typically paid in early to mid-December, often in the last week of November or the first two weeks of December, though some companies pay an annual bonus in January. The exact timing depends on employer policy, with some splitting payments or offering performance-based annual bonuses separately from holiday bonuses, while government-mandated bonuses (like in some countries) have specific deadlines, such as late December. 

Are pensioners getting a double payment in December?

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Does everyone get paid early in December?

However, early pay is not usually a legal requirement. If an employer pays early, it's often considered a goodwill gesture or part of an established payroll policy. Employers should always communicate clearly in advance so employees know exactly when to expect their wages.