Newport News Social Security Office
600 Gaston Ct, Newport News, VA 23606
Verified against the SSA directory on June 2, 2026
The Newport News Social Security office is one of 30 field offices in Virginia, serving Newport News city County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Newport News and 17 nearby communities, roughly 50,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in Hampton, about 4.5 miles away.
- nearby towns served
- 17
- people in service area
- 50K
- to next-nearest office
- 4.5 mi
- offices in Virginia
- 30
- county
- Newport News city County
Phone
- Local:
- (866) 331-9169
- National:
- 1-800-772-1213
- TTY:
- 1-800-325-0778
Newport News 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) 331-9169 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 News office
- If coming from I-64,take exit 258a onto J Clyde Morris Boulevard and turn Rig Ht onto Jefferson Avenue at Casey Chevrolet.
- The office is the Red Brick Bu Ilding on Jefferson Avenue behind Popeyes Chicken (between east Coast Gas Station and Extended stay Hotel) enter where Street sign Shows Both Gast on Ct and Pavillion.
- No Contact Station.
Newport News office location
Services at the Newport News Social Security office
Staff at the Newport News 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 News office
Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Newport News office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 17 surrounding communities, the largest is Williamsburg (15,590 residents):
| Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Williamsburg, VA | 18.4 mi | 15,590 |
| Gloucester Point, VA | 12.2 mi | 10,373 |
| Smithfield, VA | 10.8 mi | 8,693 |
| Carrollton, VA | 10.2 mi | 6,340 |
| Gloucester Courthouse, VA | 23.1 mi | 2,969 |
| Rushmere, VA | 11 mi | 1,001 |
| Mathews, VA | 26.3 mi | 683 |
| Gwynn, VA | 31.2 mi | 634 |
| Yorktown, VA | 11.2 mi | 286 |
| Dendron, VA | 25.4 mi | 253 |
| Surry, VA | 20.2 mi | 208 |
| Scotland, VA | 18.5 mi | 146 |
…and 5 more nearby communities closest to this office.
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Frequently asked questions about the Newport News office
- The Newport News 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 News office?
- Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (866) 331-9169 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
- You can reach the office at (866) 331-9169 (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 News, this is the closest office for about 17 surrounding communities, including Carrollton, Smithfield, Rushmere, Yorktown, Gloucester Point. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
- The next-closest field office is in Hampton, 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.