Chula Vista Social Security Office
626 L Street, Suite 1, Chula Vista, CA 91911
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Chula Vista Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving San Diego County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Chula Vista and 1 nearby community, roughly 26,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in National City, about 3.3 miles away.
- nearby town served
- 1
- people in service area
- 26K
- to next-nearest office
- 3.3 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- San Diego County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 487-9907
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Chula Vista office hours
Hours belowOpen 9am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and federal holidays.
| Monday | 9am to 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 4pm |
| Friday | 9am to 4pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Before you visit
- Most services now require an appointment. Call ahead at (888) 487-9907 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one.
- Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number.
- Bring original documents for your request, for a new or replacement card, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status.
- Many tasks don't need a visit: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.
Directions to the Chula Vista office
- Take I-5 and exit L St and head east.
- From I-805 exit L St/telegraph Cyn Road and head west.
- The office is located just west of Broadway.
- This office no Longer Processes Ssn Cards or Ssn Verifications Residence of 436 Area are Required to visit one of the Card Centers located at Nccc 00w:700 E 24th St, Suite B, National City Ca 91950 866-331 -2203 or Sdcc 00r: 109 W Ash St.
- San Diego Ca 92101 855-400-5613 or Eccc 00S: 810 Arnele Avenue, El Cajon Ca 92020 800-846-7758.
- Card Center Hrs M-F 9:00am-4:00pm.
Chula Vista office location
Services at the Chula Vista Social Security office
Staff at the Chula Vista office handle the full range of Social Security business, including:
- Apply for a new or replacement Social Security card
- Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), or SSI benefits
- Change your name on your Social Security record
- Update direct deposit and mailing address
- Request proof of benefits or a benefit verification letter
- Get help enrolling in Medicare
- Check the status of an application or appeal
Want to prepare first? See our guides on getting an award letter, checking your earnings record, and when to claim retirement.
Areas served by the Chula Vista office
The Chula Vista office is the closest Social Security office for Imperial Beach, home to about 26,059 people and the neighborhoods around it. If you live elsewhere in California, find the closest office to you below or browse every location in the state.
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Frequently asked questions about the Chula Vista office
- The Chula Vista office is generally open 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, and closed on weekends and federal holidays. The live status and full weekly hours are at the top of this page, call ahead, as hours can change.
- Do I need an appointment at the Chula Vista office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 487-9907 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 487-9907 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Chula Vista, this is the closest office for about 1 surrounding community, including Imperial Beach. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in National City, about 3.3 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
- In most states you can request a replacement card online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, no office visit needed. You can also check applications, request benefit letters, and update direct deposit there.