East Village Social Security Office, New York, NY – 650 East 12th St, 10009
650 EAST 12TH ST, New York, NY 10009
East Village Social Security Office Hours
| Day of Week | Opening Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Open |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Open |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Open |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Open |
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Open |
| Saturday | Closed | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed | Closed |
* All Social Security field offices are closed on official federal holidays (New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day). Hours shown are from the SSA DOORS dataset, last updated October 15, 2026.
Directions to East Village Social Security Office
The office is at 650 East 12th St in New York, New York 10009. SSA has not published transit or landmark directions for this location; use the map and the directions link below.
- Serving New York since
- 1936
- SSA region
- Region 2 (New York)
- Office type
- Social Security field office
- Time zone
- Eastern
Before You Visit East Village Social Security Office
- Book first. SSA asks visitors to schedule before coming in; call (877) 405-1447 or use the online appointment questionnaire. Appointment holders are served first.
- Bring originals. Photo ID plus the originals (not photocopies) for your request; the document checklist lists them by task.
- Check online first. Replacement cards, benefit letters, direct deposit and address changes are handled at my Social Security with no visit.
- Expect screening. Federal Protective Service officers screen bags at the entrance; weapons, knives and pepper spray are not allowed inside. Take a ticket at the lobby kiosk on arrival.
Services Available at East Village Social Security Office
Frequently Asked Questions for New York
Quick answers regarding visits, appointments, and services at the New York SSA office.
Do I need an appointment at the East Village Social Security Office?
SSA asks you to schedule before visiting, and appointment holders are served first. Book through the SSA appointment questionnaire at ssa.gov, call this office directly at (877) 405-1447, or call the national line at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778). Many tasks, including most replacement cards and benefit applications, can be completed online with no visit.
What are the operating hours for the East Village Social Security Office?
This office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and all official federal government holidays.
Which Social Security office is closest to the East Village Social Security Office if it is closed?
The next closest public office is the Ny Downtown Social Security Office at 123 WILLIAM ST, New York, NY, about 2 miles away by straight-line distance. Any field office can handle routine requests, and the "Other Social Security Offices Near New York" list below has four more.
What is the direct telephone number for this office?
You can reach the New York office directly at (877) 405-1447 (fax (833) 950-2966). If the local line is busy, you may also call the SSA national customer service hotline at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
Is this the right office for an SSN card, SSI, or Medicare?
Retirement, SSDI and SSI claims, Medicare enrollment and benefit questions are handled here. Routine Social Security card requests (new or replacement card, name change, record update) are not: SSA routes them to the Manhattan Social Security Card Center at 123 WILLIAM STREET, New York, NY.
Can I apply for replacement cards or retirement benefits online instead?
Yes. In most cases, U.S. citizens can request a replacement Social Security card, apply for retirement or disability benefits, and check benefit verification letters online at ssa.gov without visiting the New York office in person. SSA says the online route is the fastest way to get a replacement card; offices cannot print one on the spot.
Which towns and ZIP codes is the East Village Social Security Office closest to?
By straight-line distance, this office is the closest SSA office for 6 ZIP codes, including New York, Brooklyn (mainly New York County, NY, Kings County, NY). SSA does not publish a fixed service-area map, and any field office can handle routine requests.
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Towns and ZIP Codes Closest to the East Village Social Security Office
This office is the nearest SSA field office by straight-line distance for 6 ZIP codes across New York County, NY, Kings County, NY. Computed from Census ZIP Code Tabulation Area centroids; SSA does not publish an official service-area map, and any field office can take routine requests.
Other Social Security Offices Near New York
Straight-line distances from this address. Any SSA field office can handle routine requests, so a nearby office with better hours may be a good alternative.