How many Social Security offices are in Norfolk?

Norfolk, Virginia has 1 Social Security field office, listed below with its address, hours, and phone number.

Do I need an appointment at the Norfolk office?

Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.

What should I bring to a Norfolk Social Security office?

Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.

What's the nearest Social Security office to Norfolk?

The closest field office outside Norfolk is in Virginia Beach, about 8.2 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.

Can I avoid visiting a Norfolk office?

Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.

Social Security Offices in Norfolk, Virginia

1 office · Norfolk city County

Norfolk has one Social Security field office, in Norfolk city County. It serves the city and the surrounding area, and is one of Virginia's 30 field offices. Its address, hours, phone number, and directions are below.

office in city: 1
community served: 1
people in service area: 251K
county: Norfolk city County
to next-nearest city: 8.2 mi

The Norfolk office on the map

1 location, Social Security offices in Norfolk. Click a pin for the address and a link.

The Norfolk Social Security office

5850 Lake Herbert Dr, First Floor Norfolk, VA 23502 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (866) 858-6089 View office →

Visiting a Norfolk office

Most services now require an appointment. Book by calling the office or 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request.
Field offices are open weekdays only and closed on federal holidays. Check the exact hours on each office page above.
Skip the trip when you can: replace a card, get a benefit letter, or update direct deposit online at ssa.gov.

Areas served by the Norfolk office

The Norfolk office is the closest Social Security office for Chesapeake, home to about 251,269 people and the neighborhoods around it. If you live elsewhere in Virginia, find the closest office to you below or browse every location in the state.

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Norfolk Social Security offices: FAQs

How many Social Security offices are in Norfolk?: Norfolk, Virginia has 1 Social Security field office, listed below with its address, hours, and phone number.
Do I need an appointment at the Norfolk office?: Since 2025 the SSA asks most visitors to book an appointment before coming in. Call the office directly or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to schedule one and cut your wait.
What should I bring to a Norfolk Social Security office?: Bring a photo ID and your Social Security number, plus original documents for your request, for example, proof of identity and citizenship or immigration status for a new or replacement card.
What's the nearest Social Security office to Norfolk?: The closest field office outside Norfolk is in Virginia Beach, about 8.2 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.
Can I avoid visiting a Norfolk office?: Many tasks, replacing a card, checking an application, getting a benefit verification letter, or updating direct deposit, can be done online with a free my Social Security account at ssa.gov, with no visit needed.