It's official: U.S. government and Social Security finally confirm these payments

The Government and the SSA of the United States have confirmed the dates and key conditions for the July benefit payments. This confirmation comes after multiple doubts and comments in the media about the arrival of the funds.

The official notice from the SSA reviews the usual calendar for beneficiaries who began receiving benefits after May 1, 1997. According to that system, those born between the 11th and the 20th will receive their payment on Wednesday, July 16.

The Government and U.S. Social Security Confirm Payments: Only Days Left

This key date is added to the date of the fourth Wednesday (for those born between the 21st and the 31st), as confirmed by the Government. Those who began receiving benefits before May 1997, or those who also collect Supplemental Security Income (SSI), received their payment on July 3, according to current law.

Millions of Americans rely on Social Security as their main monthly income. Pension, disability, or survivor benefits are used to cover essential expenses: mortgage, food, medicine. That's why it's critical for the Government to confirm and specify such concrete dates to avoid confusion and financial problems.

If Someone Doesn't Receive the Deposit on July 16, Check With the Bank

For July 16, it's key for beneficiaries with birthdays between the 11th and the 20th to be clear that they will receive the money that day. Before this date, there were rumors about changes or delays, especially after the recent calendar update and alerts about possible alterations in transfers.

They also announced that payments are processed electronically. If someone doesn't receive the deposit on July 16, they should ask at the bank. If no transaction appears after three business days, they must report it to the SSA to avoid payment withholding due to administrative errors.

Official Statement From the United States Government

The Government's official note emphasized that these dates are scheduled and shouldn't cause alarm. They also reminded everyone of the regularized conditions: the payment calendar doesn't change. Those who fall within the date ranges will receive the deposit according to their birth date without needing to take any additional action.

They also specified that SSI payments, in general, arrive on the 1st of each month, and in July that happened on Wednesday the 1st, without any issues. This was despite the confusion caused at the end of May, when some received the money earlier than desired, leading to comparisons.