Cleveland Social Security Office
1240 E 9th St, Rm 793 Ajc Fed Bldg, Cleveland, OH 44199
Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026
The Cleveland Social Security office is one of 56 field offices in Ohio, serving Cuyahoga County and the surrounding area. Cleveland has more than one office, the next-closest is on 4321 Lorain Ave Ste B, about 2.1 miles away (see all nearby offices below).
- offices in Cleveland
- 4
- to next-nearest office
- 2.1 mi
- offices in Ohio
- 56
- county
- Cuyahoga County
Phone
- Local:
- (877) 378-9078
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Fax: (833) 950-3077
Cleveland 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) 378-9078 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 Cleveland office
- On 7th floor of Federal Bldg, which is located at the corner of E 9th St and Lakeside Avenue and across from Cleve City Hall.
- Accessible by Loop Bus.
- Public entrance available from E 6th St or E 9th St.photo Id Required to enter Federal building.
- Onsite parking, Including Spaces for Handicap Ped Individuals are not available at this Location.
- Passengers may be Dr Opped off at the Main entrance.
Cleveland office location
41.50477, -81.69180 View on OpenStreetMap →
Services at the Cleveland Social Security office
Staff at the Cleveland 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 Cleveland office
- The Cleveland 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 Cleveland office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 378-9078 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (877) 378-9078 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.
- Yes, Cleveland has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 4321 Lorain Ave Ste B, about 2.1 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.