The federal government can issue SSI payments of up to $967 if you are an eligible individual. Married couples can receive a check or direct deposit of up to $1,450 if both are eligible. It is important to maintain eligibility because this money is only for low-income Americans. Therefore, if you received a large inheritance or you worked and earned money, your eligibility may be affected.
So, you must have low income and limited resources at the time of application and as time goes by. Still, these are not the only conditions.
SSI Requirements for Upcoming Payments:
For your information, the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program is only for Americans who:
- Have a qualifying medical condition that meets the SSA’s stringent disability definition.
- Are blind.
- Are at least 65 years old.
- Have limited resources.
- Have limited income.
- Are a U.S. citizen.
- A U.S. national.
- Certain non-citizens whose alien classification meets special requirements given by DHS.
- Live in the U.S.
- Are not absent for 30 days (consecutively).
- Are not absent for a full calendar month.
- Are not in jail or a hospital at government expense.
- Are on Social Security or other benefits.
- Allow the SSA to check financial records.
- You must first apply to receive payment.
Other requirements may apply depending on your situation.
SSI payment for February:
If you have already applied for SSI, received approval, and remain eligible, your next pay date will be on January 31, 2025. This will be when the February payment will be sent by the federal government.
The February SSI payment should have been delivered on February 1. The reason it was rescheduled is that the SSA cannot make payments on weekends. Therefore, the SSA had to change it to the previous workday. Remember that you will only receive the full amount if there are no deductions. Deductions occur when you have other income, benefits, or resources. On average, SSI recipients received about $698 before COLA and about $715 in 2025 with cost-of-living increases.
FAQs
Q. Who is eligible for SSI payments?
A. Eligible individuals include those who are blind, have a qualifying disability, or are aged 65 and above with limited income and resources.
Q. How much can I receive in SSI payments?
A. An eligible individual can receive up to $967, while eligible couples can receive up to $1,450.
Q. When will the February SSI payment be made?
A. The February SSI payment will be made on January 31, 2025, as February 1 falls on a weekend.
Q. What can affect my SSI payment amount?
A. Your payment amount can be reduced if you have other earnings, benefits, or resources.
Q. How do I maintain my SSI eligibility?
A. To maintain eligibility, you must continue to meet income, resource, and residency requirements and allow SSA to check your financial records.
