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May Social Security direct payment worth $994 goes out in 12 days
The May 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be issued to recipients in 12 days.
TL;DR
- May 2026 Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments of up to $994 will be issued in 12 days.
- SSI payments are typically sent on the first of each month to beneficiaries with limited income who are blind, 65+, or disabled.
- Individual filers can receive up to $994, couples $1,491, and essential caregivers $498.
- Recipients must be U.S. citizens or qualified noncitizens, reside in a U.S. state or territory, and not be absent for a full calendar month or 30 consecutive days.