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May Social Security direct payment worth $994 goes out in 27 days
The May 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be issued to recipients in 27 days.
TL;DR
- May 2026 SSI payments of up to $994 will be issued in 27 days.
- SSI payments are generally sent on the first of every month.
- Beneficiaries must have limited income and be blind, aged 65+, or have a qualifying disability.
- Payment amounts vary based on filing status, with individuals eligible for up to $994, couples for $1,491, and caregivers for $498.
- Additional requirements include U.S. citizenship or eligible alien classification, residency in the U.S. or its territories, and not being absent for a full calendar month.