National City Social Security Office
700 E 24th St, Ground Floor, National City, CA 91950
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The National City 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 National City and 1 nearby community, roughly 12,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Chula Vista, about 3.3 miles away.
- nearby town served
- 1
- people in service area
- 12K
- to next-nearest office
- 3.3 mi
- offices in California
- 124
- county
- San Diego County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 331-2203
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
National City 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 (866) 331-2203 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 National City office
- From North,take I5 S,exit mile of Cars,turn left on mile of Cars that be Comes 24th Street.
- 700 E 24th is on the right.
- From south take 805 N,merge 54 W,exit on Highland,turn right onto Highla Nd Avenue,turn left on 24th Street.
- 700 E 24th is on the Left.card Cente R address is the Same as Above Card Center hours 9am-4pm.
National City office location
Services at the National City Social Security office
Staff at the National City 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 National City office
The National City office is the closest Social Security office for Bonita, home to about 12,470 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 National City office
- The National City 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 National City office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 331-2203 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 331-2203 (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 National City, this is the closest office for about 1 surrounding community, including Bonita. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Chula Vista, 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.