Hand holding hundred-dollar bills in front of United States Social Security cards — If you want to know the status of your request, do it this easily | Pexels, en.elcierredigital.com

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Social Security makes an announcement many appreciate: All of America is watching

The U.S. SSA tells you how to solve this common inquiry without wasting much time: it's that simple

23/07/2025 17:58:00h

Miguel Cuartas Ortego

The United States Social Security Administration (SSA) has launched an announcement that has captured the attention of millions. Now, people can check an important procedure in a much easier, faster, and more reliable way.

This advancement is changing how citizens keep track of their benefits process and offers them greater convenience and information shown instantly. Since mid-July, the SSA has strengthened its online portal my Social Security. This allows users to check their status at any time of the day.

Increasingly easy: SSA tells you the status of your benefits application

Previously, there were time slots when the site was not available, which made it difficult for many to check their benefits application. With a recent announcement, the SSA states that it now not only allows address changes or form requests. Now the system clearly shows the progress of each application, whether for retirement, disability, survivor, or SSI (Supplemental Security Income).

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SSA and the US government have a notice for Americans | Grok

This means that users can identify which step they are in, which documents are missing, and when to expect a response. It has also been reminded that those who do not yet have their account in my Social Security can create it for free.

Steps to know the status of your application

It is a tool designed to speed up access to information about benefits, retirement estimates, application status, and more. You register, enter the portal, and in the panel you find the "Your Benefit Applications" section where you can see details, check the status step by step, and receive notifications if there are changes.

The SSA insists that this benefit aims to solve common questions and eliminate uncertainty. In a statement, Commissioner Frank Bisignano assured that it is about creating "an efficient, high-performing agency that offers exceptional service." With this measure, SSA responds to frequent complaints about the difficulty of knowing what is happening with a request and reduces the need to call or go to offices.

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You won't have any more problems knowing how your application is progressing | Getty Images, alphaspirit.it

SSA has enabled automatic phone assistance 24/7

Thanks to the convenience of my Social Security, users can view their application without waiting in line or on the phone. They can also receive alerts by email or message when their status is updated and check all the information shown, from documents received to estimated decision dates.

In addition, SSA has enabled automatic phone assistance 24/7. You only need to call +1 800-772-1213, say "application status," and the system gives you the progress. This change is received with relief by those who have had difficulties getting a clear answer about their case.

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