Philadelphia, PA Social Security office at 9300 Ashton Rd, 19114

Directions to the Philadelphia office

• Philadelphia Residents Applying for A new or Replacement Social Security Card must Contact the Philadelphia Social Security Card Center (00x); 2 Penn Center, 20th Fl to suite 2000b, 1500 Jfk Boulevard, Phila Pa 19102; Mon- Fri, 9am to 4:00pm.
• Northeast office is located at the intersection of Roosevelt Boulevard and Welsh Road.
• Office is in the rear of the Shopping Center.

Philadelphia office location

Services at the Philadelphia Social Security office

Staff at the Philadelphia 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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These nearby towns do not have a separate active Social Security office page here. Based on town and office coordinates, the Philadelphia office is the closest active office listed for them. Use this page for the office address, hours, phone number, and directions.

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Frequently asked questions about the Philadelphia office

What are the hours of the Philadelphia Social Security office?

The Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia office?

Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 331-7840 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.

What is the phone number for the Philadelphia Social Security office?

You can reach the office at (866) 331-7840 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or use the SSA national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday to Friday.

Which towns does the Philadelphia Social Security office serve?

Besides Philadelphia, this is the closest office for about 27 surrounding communities, including Rockledge, Cheltenham Village, Lower Moreland, Riverton, Cornwells Heights. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.

Is there another Social Security office near Philadelphia?

Yes, Philadelphia has more than one Social Security office. The next-closest is on 3400 Aramingo Ave, about 6.7 miles away. Every nearby office is listed on this page with its distance and a link.

Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Philadelphia office?

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.