Mountain View Social Security Office
701 N Shoreline Blvd, 1st Floor, Mountain View, CA 94040
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Mountain View Social Security office is one of 124 field offices in California, serving Santa Clara County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Mountain View and 6 nearby communities, roughly 254,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Campbell, about 8.0 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 6
- people in service area
- 254K
- to next-nearest office
- 8.0 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- Santa Clara County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 319-0161
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 800-325-0778
Mountain View 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 (877) 319-0161 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 Mountain View office
- Office is located between highway 85 and SYLVAN on east EL CAMINO REAL.
- The office is located 4 blocks from the SUNNYVALE/MOUNTAIN VIEW BORDER.
- Please enter from DOUBLE doors located in the MIDDLE of the front of the building or through the door in the rear of the building.
- Then take the ELEVATOR to the 3RD floor.
- Proceed half WAY down the HALL to suite 350.
Mountain View office location
Services at the Mountain View Social Security office
Staff at the Mountain View 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.
Towns served by the Mountain View office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Mountain View office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 6 surrounding communities, the largest is Sunnyvale (152,258 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyvale, CA | 1.7 mi | 152,258 |
| Cupertino, CA | 4.2 mi | 58,622 |
| Los Altos, CA | 2.8 mi | 30,700 |
| Los Altos Hills, CA | 4 mi | 8,295 |
| Loyola, CA | 2.7 mi | 3,404 |
| Loma Mar, CA | 15.3 mi | 282 |
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Frequently asked questions about the Mountain View office
- The Mountain View 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 Mountain View office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 319-0161 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 319-0161 (TTY 800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Mountain View, this is the closest office for about 6 surrounding communities, including Sunnyvale, Loyola, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Cupertino. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Campbell, about 8.0 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.