Call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, call TTY 1-800-325-0778
Report the death as soon as possible
Have the deceased person’s Social Security number ready
Have the deceased person’s full name, date of birth, and date of death ready
Be prepared to provide your name, relationship, and contact information
Contact the local Social Security office if needed
Ask the funeral home whether they will report the death
Return any Social Security payments received after death
Do not cash or spend payments issued after the date of death
Notify the bank if direct deposit payments were received after death
Report the death online only if Social Security provides that option for your situation