September Social Security direct payment worth $994 goes out in nine days

Published August 23, 2026 9:00am ET



The September Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be sent to recipients on Sept. 1.

SSI payments are typically issued on the first day of each month. The program supports people with limited income who are blind, age 65 or older, or have a qualifying disability.

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