Miami Social Security Office
3663 SW 8th St, 1st Floor, Miami, FL 33174
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Miami Social Security office is one of 40 field offices in Florida, serving Miami-Dade County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Miami and 27 nearby communities, roughly 1,020,000 people. Miami has more than one office, the next-closest is on 11100 SW 211th St, about 14 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Miami
- 2
- nearby towns served
- 27
- people in service area
- 1.0M
- to next-nearest office
- 14 mi
- offices in Florida
- 40
- county
- Miami-Dade County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 714-0373
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Miami 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) 714-0373 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 Miami office
- If using Palmetto Expressway- exit Flagler St and go west to 114 Avenue.
- If using Turnpike, exit Sw 8 St, go east to Sw 109 Avenue, then proceed north to west Flagler St and go west to 114 Avenue.
- We are located on the Northwest corner of west Flagler St and 114 Avenue.
Miami office location
Services at the Miami Social Security office
Staff at the Miami 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 Miami office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Miami office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 27 surrounding communities, the largest is Doral (75,966 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Doral, FL | 3.9 mi | 75,966 |
| Fountainebleau, FL | 2.1 mi | 59,174 |
| Tamiami, FL | 1.3 mi | 55,757 |
| Kendale Lakes, FL | 4.5 mi | 55,732 |
| Westchester, FL | 3.5 mi | 54,470 |
| Coral Terrace, FL | 5 mi | 25,529 |
| Sweetwater, FL | 0.6 mi | 18,865 |
| Glenvar Heights, FL | 5.5 mi | 17,560 |
| Sunset, FL | 4.7 mi | 14,869 |
| Olympia Heights, FL | 3.3 mi | 14,261 |
| Westwood Lakes, FL | 3.1 mi | 11,086 |
| West Miami, FL | 5.3 mi | 7,058 |
…and 15 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Miami
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Frequently asked questions about the Miami office
- The Miami 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 Miami office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 714-0373 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 714-0373 (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 Miami, this is the closest office for about 27 surrounding communities, including Sweetwater, Tamiami, Fountainebleau, Westwood Lakes, Olympia Heights. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- Yes, Miami has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 11100 SW 211th St, about 14 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.
- 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.