How many Social Security offices are in Portsmouth?

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

Do I need an appointment at the Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?

The closest field office outside Portsmouth is in Norfolk, about 10 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.

Can I avoid visiting a Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, Virginia

1 office · Portsmouth city County

Portsmouth has one Social Security field office, in Portsmouth 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
county: Portsmouth city County
to next-nearest city: 10 mi

The Portsmouth office on the map

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

The Portsmouth Social Security office

3305 Airline Blvd Portsmouth, VA 23701 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (866) 593-8851 View office →

Visiting a Portsmouth 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.

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Portsmouth Social Security offices: FAQs

How many Social Security offices are in Portsmouth?: Portsmouth, Virginia has 1 Social Security field office, listed below with its address, hours, and phone number.
Do I need an appointment at the Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?: The closest field office outside Portsmouth is in Norfolk, about 10 miles away. More nearby offices are listed on this page.
Can I avoid visiting a Portsmouth 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.