Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients receive their regular December 2025 payment of up to $967 (individual maximum) on December 1. This needs-based program aids low-income seniors (65+), blind individuals, or those with disabilities who have limited resources (<$2,000 individual/$3,000 couple).
SSI Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the full $967 (2025 federal max; averages $718):
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Age/Disability: 65+, blind, or disabled (unable to work earning >$1,620/month SGA).
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Income Limits: Countable income <$967 individual (<$1,450 couple); excludes some food/shelter.
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Resources: <$2,000 individual (<$3,000 couple); excludes home/car.
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U.S. Residency: Citizen/resident alien; states may add supplements (e.g., CA/NY).
Actual amounts deduct 30% net income; couples get up to $1,450.
December Payment Context
December 1: Regular SSI (~7.5M recipients).
December 31: Early January SSI (2.8% COLA boost to $994 individual max).
SSI+SS recipients get SS on Dec 3 too (up to 3 payments).
How to Check/Apply
Status: mySocialSecurity account or call 1-800-772-1213.
Apply: ssa.gov/ssi (interviews required; processing 3-5 months).
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FAQs
Q1: What’s the max SSI for December 1?
$967 individual/$1,450 couple (2025 federal).
Q2: Who qualifies?
Low-income 65+/disabled/blind with <$2,000 resources.
Q3: Two payments in December?
Yes: Dec 1 (Dec benefit), Dec 31 (early Jan).
