Newport Social Security Office
130 Bellevue Ave, 1st Flr, Newport, RI 02840
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Newport Social Security office is one of 5 field offices in Rhode Island, serving Newport County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Newport and 14 nearby communities, roughly 134,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Fall River, about 17 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 14
- people in service area
- 134K
- to next-nearest office
- 17 mi
- offices in Rhode Island
- 5
- county
- Newport County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 253-5607
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Newport 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) 253-5607 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 Newport office
- There is A Large Green "130 Bellevue Avenue" sign at the entrance of the parking Lot.
- We are on the first floor and to the left as you enter Thebuilding through the Double doors at the Main entrance.
- Free parking.
Newport office location
Services at the Newport Social Security office
Staff at the Newport 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 Newport office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Newport office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 14 surrounding communities, the largest is South Kingstown (31,851 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| South Kingstown, RI | 13.4 mi | 31,851 |
| Portsmouth, RI | 7.5 mi | 17,754 |
| Middletown, RI | 2.8 mi | 16,959 |
| Narragansett, RI | 11 mi | 14,615 |
| Newport East, RI | 2.4 mi | 11,289 |
| Wakefield-Peace Dale, RI | 10.3 mi | 9,772 |
| Kingston, RI | 11.1 mi | 6,407 |
| Jamestown, RI | 4.1 mi | 5,536 |
| Little Compton, RI | 7.5 mi | 3,598 |
| Narragansett Pier, RI | 8.5 mi | 3,487 |
| Melville, RI | 7.2 mi | 1,877 |
| Charlestown (CDP), RI | 18.7 mi | 1,392 |
…and 2 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Newport office
- The Newport 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 Newport office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 253-5607 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 253-5607 (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 Newport, this is the closest office for about 14 surrounding communities, including Newport East, Middletown, Jamestown, Melville, Little Compton. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Fall River, about 17 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.