Port Charlotte Social Security Office
4054 Beaver Ln, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Port Charlotte Social Security office is one of 40 field offices in Florida, serving Charlotte County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Port Charlotte and 36 nearby communities, roughly 341,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Fort Myers, about 34 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 36
- people in service area
- 341K
- to next-nearest office
- 34 mi
- offices in Florida
- 40
- county
- Charlotte County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 405-0490
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Port Charlotte 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) 405-0490 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 Port Charlotte office
- New address: 1600 Tamiam Trail, suite 200, Port Charlotte, Fl 33948.
- Located in the Florida Central Credit Union Bldging.
- 1/4 mile S of the Port Charlotte Town Center Mall on the Opposite side of Tamiami Trail ( US 41).
- Enter through the City Center at 1620 and cross the Bridge.
- Free parking and Elevator Access.
Port Charlotte office location
Services at the Port Charlotte Social Security office
Staff at the Port Charlotte 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 Port Charlotte office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Port Charlotte office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 36 surrounding communities, the largest is North Port (80,021 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| North Port, FL | 6.4 mi | 80,021 |
| Punta Gorda, FL | 8 mi | 19,981 |
| Englewood, FL | 13.2 mi | 19,332 |
| Rotonda, FL | 12.8 mi | 10,117 |
| Warm Mineral Springs, FL | 8.2 mi | 5,267 |
| Charlotte Harbor, FL | 5.7 mi | 4,619 |
| Harbour Heights, FL | 8.5 mi | 3,850 |
| Cleveland, FL | 10.1 mi | 2,689 |
| Grove City, FL | 13.4 mi | 2,009 |
| Charlotte Park, FL | 8.6 mi | 1,893 |
| Manasota Key, FL | 14.4 mi | 1,592 |
| Solana, FL | 8.2 mi | 1,339 |
…and 24 more nearby communities closest to this office.
Other Social Security offices near Port Charlotte
More Social Security help
Frequently asked questions about the Port Charlotte office
- The Port Charlotte 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 Port Charlotte office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 405-0490 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 405-0490 (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 Port Charlotte, this is the closest office for about 36 surrounding communities, including Charlotte Harbor, North Port, Punta Gorda, Solana, Warm Mineral Springs. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Fort Myers, about 34 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.