Union Social Security Office
855 Lehigh Ave, Union, NJ 07083
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Union Social Security office is one of 24 field offices in New Jersey, serving Union County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Union and 21 nearby communities, roughly 447,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Newark, about 4.5 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 21
- people in service area
- 447K
- to next-nearest office
- 4.5 mi
- offices in New Jersey
- 24
- county
- Union County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 803-6306
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Union 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) 803-6306 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 Union office
- From the Nj Turnpike: take exit 13a.
- Bear left after Toll Plaza and follow signs to north Avenue west.
- Travel past 1 Traffic light and turn right onto north Avenue.
- Cross route 1 and 9 and continue on north Avenue.
- North Avenue will Intersect Morris Avenue.
- Turn right onto Morris.follow Morris into Union Township and make A left onto Lehigh Avenue.
- The office is on the left side of the Street at the rear entrance of 855 Lehigh Avenue.
Union office location
Services at the Union Social Security office
Staff at the Union 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 Union office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Union office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 21 surrounding communities, the largest is Elizabeth (135,407 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth, NJ | 2.1 mi | 135,407 |
| Union (Township), NJ | 1.6 mi | 59,800 |
| Linden, NJ | 4.1 mi | 43,594 |
| Cranford (Township), NJ | 3.6 mi | 23,983 |
| Roselle, NJ | 1.6 mi | 22,432 |
| Hillside, NJ | 1.2 mi | 22,180 |
| Roselle Park, NJ | 1.6 mi | 13,911 |
| Kenilworth, NJ | 2.5 mi | 8,335 |
| Vauxhall, NJ | 3.2 mi | 5,677 |
| Cranford, NJ | 3.4 mi | 2,008 |
| Kean University, NJ | 0.6 mi | 1,187 |
| Connecticut Farms, NJ | 1.6 mi | 566 |
…and 9 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Union office
- The Union 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 Union office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 803-6306 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 803-6306 (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 Union, this is the closest office for about 21 surrounding communities, including Kean University, Hillside, Connecticut Farms, Roselle, Roselle Park. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Newark, about 4.5 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.