Norwich, CT Social Security office at 55 Main St, 06360
55 Main St, Ste 380, Norwich, CT 06360
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Norwich Social Security office is one of 15 field offices in Connecticut, serving New London County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Norwich and 22 nearby communities, roughly 153,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in New London, about 12 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 22
- people in service area
- 153K
- to next-nearest office
- 12 mi
- offices in Connecticut
- 15
- county
- New London County
Phone
- Local:
- (888) 482-3170
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-888-482-3170
Norwich 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) 482-3170 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 Norwich office
Our office is located in the Mercantile Exchange building.
Norwich office location
Services at the Norwich Social Security office
Staff at the Norwich 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.
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Norwich office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich (Town), CT | Norwich office | 1.7 mi |
| Preston, CT | Norwich office | 3.8 mi |
| Bozrah, CT | Norwich office | 5.2 mi |
| Montville, CT | Norwich office | 5.8 mi |
| Oxoboxo River, CT | Norwich office | 6 mi |
| Baltic, CT | Norwich office | 6.4 mi |
| Lisbon, CT | Norwich office | 6.4 mi |
| Mashantucket, CT | Norwich office | 6.8 mi |
| Ledyard, CT | Norwich office | 7.1 mi |
| Franklin, CT | Norwich office | 7.5 mi |
| Jewett City, CT | Norwich office | 7.6 mi |
| Sprague, CT | Norwich office | 7.7 mi |
Show all 22 nearby towns closest to this office
| Nearby town | Closest office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Griswold, CT | Norwich office | 9.2 mi |
| Salem, CT | Norwich office | 9.6 mi |
| North Stonington, CT | Norwich office | 11.3 mi |
| Plainfield Village, CT | Norwich office | 13.1 mi |
| Voluntown, CT | Norwich office | 13.4 mi |
| Plainfield, CT | Norwich office | 14.9 mi |
| Hopkinton CDP, RI | Norwich office | 16.2 mi |
| Moosup, CT | Norwich office | 16.6 mi |
| Ashaway, RI | Norwich office | 16.7 mi |
| Hopkinton, RI | Norwich office | 16.9 mi |
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Frequently asked questions about the Norwich office
- The Norwich 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 Norwich office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (888) 482-3170 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (888) 482-3170 (TTY 1-888-482-3170), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Besides Norwich, this is the closest office for about 22 surrounding communities, including Norwich (Town), Preston, Bozrah, Montville, Oxoboxo River. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in New London, about 12 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.