What are the hours of the Petersburg Social Security office?

The Petersburg 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 Petersburg office?

Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 803-6322 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.

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

You can reach the office at (877) 803-6322 (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 Petersburg Social Security office serve?

Besides Petersburg, this is the closest office for about 18 surrounding communities, including Ettrick, Colonial Heights, Matoaca, Fort Lee, Prince George. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.

Is there another Social Security office near Petersburg?

The next-closest field office is in North Chesterfield, about 22 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.

Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Petersburg 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.

Petersburg Social Security Office

100 Poplar Drive, Petersburg, VA 23805

Verified against the SSA directory on May 23, 2026

The Petersburg Social Security office is one of 30 field offices in Virginia, serving Petersburg city County and the surrounding area. It is the closest office for residents of Petersburg and 18 nearby communities, roughly 88,000 people. The nearest other Social Security office is in North Chesterfield, about 22 miles away.

nearby towns served: 18
people in service area: 88K
to next-nearest office: 22 mi
offices in Virginia: 30
county: Petersburg city County

Address

100 Poplar Drive
Petersburg, VA 23805

Get directions

Phone

Local:: (877) 803-6322
National:: 1-800-772-1213
TTY:: 1-800-325-0778

Petersburg office hours

Hours below

Open 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) 803-6322 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 Petersburg office

I-95 Wagner Road W Ext;stop light turn left Medical park Boulevard; 2 blocks left on Jemison Cir;left on Elders Way;left to Poplar Dr.

Petersburg office location

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Services at the Petersburg Social Security office

Staff at the Petersburg 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 Petersburg office

Many nearby towns have no Social Security office of their own, so the Petersburg office is their closest option. It's the nearest field office for 18 surrounding communities, the largest is Hopewell (23,140 residents):

Town	Distance	Population
Hopewell, VA	10.1 mi	23,140
Chester, VA	9.8 mi	22,098
Colonial Heights, VA	2.4 mi	18,273
Fort Lee, VA	5.7 mi	5,944
Ettrick, VA	1.8 mi	5,024
Enon, VA	10 mi	4,237
Matoaca, VA	2.7 mi	2,725
Prince George, VA	8 mi	1,629
Disputanta, VA	13 mi	758
Dinwiddie, VA	12.7 mi	348
Stony Creek, VA	18.5 mi	195
Templeton, VA	10.1 mi	118

…and 6 more nearby communities closest to this office.

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Frequently asked questions about the Petersburg office

What are the hours of the Petersburg Social Security office?: The Petersburg 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 Petersburg office?: Since 2025, the Social Security Administration asks most visitors to schedule an appointment before visiting a field office. Call (877) 803-6322 or 1-800-772-1213 to book one and reduce your wait.
What is the phone number for the Petersburg Social Security office?: You can reach the office at (877) 803-6322 (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 Petersburg Social Security office serve?: Besides Petersburg, this is the closest office for about 18 surrounding communities, including Ettrick, Colonial Heights, Matoaca, Fort Lee, Prince George. There's a full list of nearby towns and distances on this page.
Is there another Social Security office near Petersburg?: The next-closest field office is in North Chesterfield, about 22 miles away. Other nearby offices are listed on this page with their distances.
Can I replace my Social Security card without visiting the Petersburg 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.