Social Security Disability Insurance
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or “Disability” provides monthly payments to people who have a disability that stops or limits their ability to work.
Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits (SSDI)
To qualify for SSDI, you must have an impairment that prevents you from working for at least 12 months and you must have worked and paid into the Social Security program (payroll taxes or FICA) for at least five of the last ten years.
In 2014, the average SSDI monthly benefit was $1,165. However, the amount you receive is directly related to the amount of FICA taxes you have already paid into the FICA system over your working years.
SSDI Application Process
Apply for SSDI
Before applying, consider the eligibility requirements
Individuals may be eligible for Disability if they have:
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A disability or blindness, and
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Enough work history.
Information we'll ask you to provide
Other ways to apply
Set up an appointment
Available in most U.S. time zones Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., in English, Spanish, and other languages.
Call +1 800-772-1213
Tell the agent you want to set up an appointment to apply for benefits. They'll schedule it and determine whether it'll be on the phone or in person.
Call TTY +1 800-325-0778 if you're deaf or hard of hearing.
