Social Security and SSI Payments Arriving August 1 — Here’s Who Gets Paid Early

Last updated on July 31st, 2025 at 07:33 am

3. Could You Receive Two Payments in August?

Yes — and here’s why it’s surprising.

This year, something unusual is happening. Many people on SSI will get two separate checks in one month — both in August. That might sound like a bonus, but it’s really just a scheduling shift by the Social Security Administration.

The second payment isn’t extra. It’s your September SSI benefit, delivered early because September 1 falls on Labor Day — a federal holiday. So, SSA sends the money ahead of time to avoid delays.

You’ll get the second payment on August 29, a Friday.

For budgeting, this can feel like a financial boost, especially for those managing on tight incomes. But remember, you won’t get another check on September 1 — that one already came early.

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