Iselin Social Security Office
190 Middlesex Tpke, 3rd Floor, Iselin, NJ 08830
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Iselin Social Security office is one of 24 field offices in New Jersey, serving Middlesex County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Iselin and 27 nearby communities, roughly 615,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Staten Island, about 8.5 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 27
- people in service area
- 615K
- to next-nearest office
- 8.5 mi
- offices in New Jersey
- 24
- county
- Middlesex County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 600-2852
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Iselin 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) 600-2852 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 Iselin office
- From the Garden State Parkway (Gsp) north take exit 131a.
- From Gsp south take exit 131.
- At 4th light turn right onto Middlesex-Essex Turnpike.
- At 3rd light turn left into Metrostar Plaza parking Lot.
- In Either Direction from route 1 at Woodbridge Mall Area, take Jug handle to Gill Lane and take to the end which is Middlesex-Essex Turnpike.
- Office is Directly Ahead and on 3rd Flr.
- Onsite Parking,including Spaces for Handicapped Individuals is available at this Location.
Iselin office location
Services at the Iselin Social Security office
Staff at the Iselin 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 Iselin office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Iselin office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 27 surrounding communities, the largest is Woodbridge (Township) (103,212 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge (Township), NJ | 1.8 mi | 103,212 |
| Rahway, NJ | 3.6 mi | 29,911 |
| Woodbridge, NJ | 2.3 mi | 20,500 |
| Colonia, NJ | 1.2 mi | 17,782 |
| Avenel, NJ | 2.2 mi | 17,175 |
| Clark, NJ | 3.4 mi | 15,393 |
| Metuchen, NJ | 2.8 mi | 14,949 |
| Fords, NJ | 2.9 mi | 12,509 |
| Port Reading, NJ | 3.4 mi | 3,973 |
| Sewaren, NJ | 3.7 mi | 2,708 |
| Menlo Park Terrace, NJ | 1.2 mi | 2,503 |
| Hopelawn, NJ | 3.4 mi | 2,457 |
…and 15 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Iselin office
- The Iselin 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 Iselin office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 600-2852 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 600-2852 (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 Iselin, this is the closest office for about 27 surrounding communities, including Colonia, Menlo Park Terrace, Woodbridge (Township), Avenel, Woodbridge. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Staten Island, about 8.5 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.