Millions of Americans who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive their June 2025 payments earlier than usual, thanks to a scheduling rule set by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This means recipients will actually get two SSI payments in May — and none in June.
Here’s what’s happening and how it may impact your monthly budget.
Why Are SSI Checks Arriving Early?
SSI benefits are typically paid on the first of every month, but when that date falls on a weekend or a federal holiday, the SSA moves the payment to the previous business day. In 2025, June 1 is a Sunday, so June’s SSI checks will instead be deposited on Friday, May 30, 2025.
As a result, recipients will see two payments in May:
- May 1 – for May benefits
- May 30 – for June benefits (paid early)
This is standard SSA procedure and does not mean you’re being paid extra. It’s simply a timing adjustment.
No SSI Payment in June 2025
Because June’s payment arrives early, there will be no deposit in June. This might confuse some beneficiaries if they’re not aware of the early disbursement. It’s important to plan ahead, as the next payment after May 30 won’t arrive until July 1, 2025.
Full 2025 SSI Payment Schedule
Here’s a look at the SSI payment dates for the rest of 2025:
- May 30 – June 2025 payment (paid early)
- July 1 – July payment
- August 1 – August payment
- August 29 – September payment (early, due to Labor Day)
- October 1 – October payment
- October 31 – November payment (early, due to Nov 1 falling on a Saturday)
- December 1 – December payment
- December 31 – January 2026 payment (early, due to New Year’s Day)
These adjustments happen every year based on the calendar, so beneficiaries are encouraged to track payment dates closely.
How Much Will You Get?
For 2025, the maximum federal SSI benefit amounts are:
- $967 per month for individuals
- $1,450 per month for couples
Your actual payment may vary based on your income, living situation, or whether you receive other government benefits.
You can verify your payment amount or check your deposit status through your my Social Security account.
Other Early Payments in 2025
This isn’t the only time SSI will arrive early this year. Due to holidays or weekends, the following early disbursements will also occur:
- August 29 – September benefit (Labor Day falls on Sept 1)
- October 31 – November benefit (Nov 1 is a Saturday)
- December 31 – January 2026 benefit (Jan 1 is New Year’s Day)
So, while it may feel like you’re getting “paid twice” some months, it’s simply the SSA adjusting for calendar conflicts.
What Should You Do?
If you receive SSI, it’s wise to:
- Mark early payments on your calendar
- Budget accordingly to stretch payments across months with no deposit
- Use SSA.gov to verify your personal payment schedule or contact your local Social Security office for help
These early disbursements are not bonuses — just shifts in timing. But they can trip people up if they’re not prepared, especially when budgeting on a tight fixed income.