If you are a beneficiary of the program Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you should know that in the month of June you will receive a double payment in the United States and here we explain why.
He federal program provides monthly payments to adults and children with disabilities or blindness who have income and resources below specific financial limits. It also makes payments to people age 65 and older without disabilities who have low economic income (salaries, pension, resources).
Next, find out how the payment of this benefit will be made in the month of June, according to the calendar of the Social Security Administration (SSA).
WHY WILL THERE BE A DOUBLE SSI PAYMENT IN THE MONTH OF JUNE?
In accordance with the 2023 calendar of the Social Security Administration (SSA), payment to beneficiaries is made on the first day of each month. On June 1, which is Thursday, the payment corresponding to that month will be made and, since July 1 falls on a Saturday, the contribution will be made earlier: the June 30th.
While, according to the schedule of the 12 annual paymentswhen the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday, the payment is made before the start of the month.
WHAT ARE THE AMOUNTS RECEIVED BY EACH TYPE OF BENEFICIARY?
Next, these are the amounts of federal payments, which apply from January 2023, according to the page of the SSA.
- Single person: US$914
- Couple: $1,371
- Essential people: US$458.
NOTE: A higher amount may be received if you live in a state that contributes money to SSI. You may also receive less if you or your family have other income. Where and with whom you live also makes a difference in the amount of your SSI payment.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO ACCESS THE SSI?
To receive SSI, you must meet one of these requirements, in addition to having low income:
- Be 65 years or older.
- Being totally or partially blind.
- Have a medical condition that prevents you from working and is expected to last at least one year or cause death.
- Minors under 18 years of age with a physical or mental disability or blindness.
- Children from households with limited income (including need-based benefits) and limited resources.
- Reside in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia (Washington DC), or the Northern Mariana Islands. Does not include Puerto Rico, Guam or the US Virgin Islands.
- Children of military parents assigned to permanent duty outside the United States and certain students residing temporarily abroad. They can receive SSI payments outside of the US.