How many Social Security offices are in San Jose?

San Jose, California has 3 Social Security field offices, each listed below with their address, hours, and phone number.

Do I need an appointment at a San Jose office?

Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.

What should I bring to a San Jose Social Security office?

Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.

What's the nearest Social Security office to San Jose?

The closest field office outside San Jose is in Campbell, about 4.9 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.

Can I avoid visiting a San Jose office?

Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.

Social Security Offices in San Jose, California

3 offices · Santa Clara County

San Jose has 3 Social Security field offices, all in Santa Clara County. Together they're the nearest office for around 5 communities across the area, part of California's 124 offices statewide. Use the map or the list below to choose the right one, then check its hours and book an appointment before visiting.

offices in city: 3
communities served: 5
people in service area: 230K
county: Santa Clara County
to next-nearest city: 4.9 mi

All 3 San Jose offices on the map

3 locations, Social Security offices in San Jose. Click a pin for the address and a link.

San Jose Social Security offices

280 S First Street, Rm 244 2nd Fl San Jose, CA 95113 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (866) 331-2235 View office → 2500 Fontaine Rd San Jose, CA 95121 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (866) 931-4496 View office → 6140 Cottle Rd San Jose, CA 95123 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (888) 383-1180 View office →

Visiting a San Jose office

Most services now require an appointment. Book by calling the office or 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request.
Field offices are open weekdays only and closed on federal holidays. Check the exact hours on each office page above.
Skip the trip when you can: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.

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San Jose Social Security offices: FAQs

How many Social Security offices are in San Jose?: San Jose, California has 3 Social Security field offices, each listed below with their address, hours, and phone number.
Do I need an appointment at a San Jose office?: Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.
What should I bring to a San Jose Social Security office?: Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.
What's the nearest Social Security office to San Jose?: The closest field office outside San Jose is in Campbell, about 4.9 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.
Can I avoid visiting a San Jose office?: Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.