Bronx Social Security Office
460 Willis Ave, Bronx, NY 10455
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Bronx Social Security office is one of 67 field offices in New York. Bronx has more than one office, the next-closest is on 820 Concourse Village West, about 0.8 mile away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Bronx
- 6
- to next-nearest office
- 0.8 mi
- offices in New York
- 67
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 220-7889
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
Fax: (833) 950-2682
Bronx 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 (866) 220-7889 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 Bronx office
- The office is on Willis Avenue in the Mott Haven section of the South Bronx.
- The 6 subway line and several local bus routes serve the surrounding neighborhood.
Bronx office location
40.81390, -73.91929 View on OpenStreetMap →
Services at the Bronx Social Security office
Staff at the Bronx 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.
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Frequently asked questions about the Bronx office
- The Bronx 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 Bronx office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 220-7889 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 220-7889, or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Yes, Bronx has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 820 Concourse Village West, about 0.8 mile 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.