The updated measures will further safeguard Social Security records and benefits against fraudulent activity.

New SSA rules eliminate phone identity verification, pushing for online or in-person methods, sparking criticism from ...

The Social Security Administration plans to introduce identity verification for retirees looking to claim their benefits to ...

Backlash to the news that SSA was overhauling its identity verification procedures has lead to a partial rollback of its new ...

In response, the agency has since delayed implementation until Apr. 14 and altered the new in-person requirements to exclude ...

Will you need to prove your identity for Social Security payments after the department soon changes its protocols?

The Social Security Administration on Wednesday announced the delay of the rollout of an anti-fraud measure by two weeks and ...

The Social Security Administration is revising new identity proofing policy changes following complaints from customers, ...

The Social Security Administration has delayed a controversial identity verification policy requiring in-person visits. The ...

WBIR received emails asking whether people currently receiving social security benefits need to verify their identities in ...

Social Security’s new identity verification rules in 2025 affect how you apply for benefits or change direct deposit info.

The Social Security Administration is set to implement "stronger identity verification procedures" soon. Here's what you need ...