What are the hours of the Dover Social Security office?

The Dover 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 Dover office?

Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 701-2141 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.

What is the phone number for the Dover Social Security office?

You can reach the office at (877) 701-2141 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.

Which towns does the Dover Social Security office serve?

Besides Dover, this is the closest office for about 37 surrounding communities, including Rodney Village, Kent Acres, Highland Acres, Camden, Wyoming. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.

Is there another Social Security office near Dover?

The next-closest field office is in Bridgeton, about 24 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.

Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Dover office?

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.

Dover Social Security Office

655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover, DE 19904

Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026

The Dover Social Security office is one of 3 field offices in Delaware, serving Kent County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Dover and 37 nearby communities, roughly 64,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Bridgeton, about 24 miles away.

nearby towns served: 37
people in service area: 64K
to next-nearest office: 24 mi
offices in Delaware: 3
county: Kent County

Address

655 S Bay Rd
Suite 3j
Dover, DE 19904

Get directions

Phone

Local:: (877) 701-2141
National:: 1-800-772-1213
TTY:: 1-800-325-0778

Dover office hours

Hours below

Open 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) 701-2141 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 Dover office

Take Alt Rt13 to Loockerman St,go west on Loockerman to end.
Office is L Ocated in the Duncan Ctr on the left right before the Rr Tracks.
The Ss A office is on the 1st floor.
Parking is in the back of the building.

Dover office location

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Services at the Dover Social Security office

Staff at the Dover 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 Dover office

Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Dover office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 37 surrounding communities, the largest is Camden (4,248 residents):

Town	Distance	Population
Camden, DE	3 mi	4,248
Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE	4.1 mi	4,170
Highland Acres, DE	2.5 mi	3,913
Dover Base Housing, DE	3.8 mi	3,620
Woodside East, DE	6.2 mi	2,167
Cheswold, DE	5.2 mi	1,959
Kent Acres, DE	1.8 mi	1,832
Wyoming, DE	3 mi	1,801
Rodney Village, DE	1.7 mi	1,165
Little Creek, DE	4.5 mi	194
Woodside, DE	6.2 mi	190
Leipsic, DE	5.9 mi	180

…and 25 more nearby communities closest to this office.

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Frequently asked questions about the Dover office

What are the hours of the Dover Social Security office?: The Dover 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 Dover office?: Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 701-2141 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Dover Social Security office?: You can reach the office at (877) 701-2141 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
Which towns does the Dover Social Security office serve?: Besides Dover, this is the closest office for about 37 surrounding communities, including Rodney Village, Kent Acres, Highland Acres, Camden, Wyoming. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Dover?: The next-closest field office is in Bridgeton, about 24 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Dover office?: 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.