If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), August 2025 is going to be a little different for your wallet. This month, millions of beneficiaries will see two SSI payments land in their accounts. Before you start planning a shopping spree, it’s worth knowing that this isn’t a bonus—it’s just the way the Social Security Administration (SSA) payment calendar works.
Let’s break down why this happens, who gets it, and how you can make the most of it.
Basics
SSI is a monthly benefit program run by the SSA for people with limited income and resources. It supports elderly individuals, as well as those who are blind or disabled. Payments are usually sent out on the first day of the month, but if that day is a weekend or holiday, the SSA pays on the last working day before it.
That’s exactly what’s happening in August.
Reason
In August 2025, SSI checks will go out on August 1 and August 29. The August 1 payment covers August, while the August 29 payment is an early deposit for September (because September 1 falls on a Monday).
This means there’s no SSI payment in September—so you’ll need to budget accordingly. Similar “double payment” months also happen in October and December.
Social Security
If you receive both SSI and Social Security benefits, you might see up to three payments in August. Here’s the payment schedule for Social Security in August 2025:
| Date | Who Gets Paid |
|---|---|
| August 1 | SSI recipients + Social Security beneficiaries from before May 1997 |
| August 13 | Birthdays between 1 and 10 |
| August 20 | Birthdays between 11 and 20 |
| August 27 | Birthdays between 21 and 31 |
Reduction
Not all the news is good. SSA has started addressing overpayments—cases where people received more money than they were eligible for, often because they didn’t report income changes.
From July 2025, those affected may see 50% of their monthly benefit withheld until the extra money is paid back. Beneficiaries have 90 days to request a waiver or set up smaller repayment amounts.
Calendar
Here’s the SSI Payment Calendar for the rest of 2025:
| Month | Payment Date | Advance Payment For |
|---|---|---|
| August 1 | August | — |
| August 29 | September | Yes |
| October 1 | October | — |
| October 31 | November | Yes |
| December 1 | December | — |
| December 31 | January 2026 | Yes |
Note: Double payments in August, October, and December mean no SSI check the following month.
Eligibility
As of May 2025, over 1.1 million Californians receive SSI, with more than half qualifying due to disability or blindness. Statewide, over 6 million people receive Social Security benefits.
To qualify for SSI in 2025, your monthly income must be below $2,019 (for individuals). Couples or parents applying for children may have higher limits. Large assets, property, or significant savings can affect eligibility.
Planning
If you get two SSI checks in August, remember—it’s not extra income, it’s just early. Use it wisely, especially since September will have no payment. Keep your bank and address information updated with SSA to avoid delays.
For those who rely on SSI or Social Security, knowing the payment schedule is key. August’s double payment can be a helpful financial cushion, but it’s important to plan ahead. By staying informed and monitoring SSA updates, you can make sure you get every dollar you’re entitled to—right on time.
FAQs
Why two SSI checks in August?
Because September 1 is a holiday, so SSA pays early.
When is the second August 2025 SSI payment?
On August 29, as an advance for September.
Will there be an SSI payment in September 2025?
No, because you get it early in August.
Which months have double SSI payments?
August, October, and December.
Can Social Security be reduced?
Yes, for overpayments or unreported income changes.
