The Social Security Administration (SSA) will pre-schedule the payment of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) of $967 for individual beneficiaries on August 29, 2025. This is because September 1, the payment date falls on Labor Day, a federal holiday. In this scenario, the payment is made on the last business day prior to the holiday to prevent the payment being delayed. It is crucial to understand that this pre-scheduled payment does not constitute additional funds. This is the regular monthly payment for September, issued early.
$967 SSI Payment Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Requirement | Individuals aged 65 and above |
| Disability Status | Disabled individuals eligible under Social Security criteria |
| Visual Impairment | Individuals with qualifying visual impairment |
| Citizenship Status | U.S. citizens and non-citizens eligible under Department of Homeland Security regulations |
| Residence Requirement | Must reside within the 50 U.S. states, Washington D.C., or the Northern Mariana Islands |
| Absence from the U.S. | Must not be outside the U.S. for a full calendar month or 30 consecutive days |
| Income and Resource Limits | Recipients must have limited income and resources as defined by SSI rules |
| Purpose of Payment | Financial assistance to individuals with limited income and resources to meet basic needs |
Eligible couples can receive $1,450 monthly, while their essential caregivers can receive $484, as of 2025 Cost-Of-Living-Adjustment (COLA).
Important Information for SSI Recipients
Beneficiaries will receive payments on August 29th through bank deposits or the Direct Express card. The SSA recommends waiting until September 3 to make a claim if payment is not visible after three business days. This payment is designed to assist beneficiaries well in time before the Labor Day holiday. Beneficiaries who receive their payments through Direct Express will see their payments 3 days later than mentioned. During this time, we recommend waiting until the dates mentioned to avoid monthly cries on the helplines.
The SSA advises that beneficiaries wanting to receive phone assistance should delay till the 3 business days are complete. To summarize, the $967 SSI payment planned for August 29, 2025, will allow eligible low-income senior, disabled, and other qualified individuals to receive their payment prior to labor holiday.
