Elgin Social Security Office

Elgin Social Security Office
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The Elgin Social Security Office is available to answer all of your questions and concerns regarding your social benefits, your social security card and more.

Here you can find the contact information for this office, including phone number, location and office hours. You can also find a FAQ section where we answer the most common questions asked at Elgin Social Security Office.

If you visit this location, please tell us about your experience. It can be useful for others seeking assistance with Social Security issues.

If you visit the Elgin Social Security Office, please tell us about your experience. It can be useful for others seeking help for a tax problem.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, it was suspended face-to-face service to the public at the Social Security Offices until further notice. However, you can still receive assistance by phone, fax, or online. Your local field office is available to take your call Monday through Friday, 9AM - 4PM.

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Top online services you might receive

You can go to the official website of the U.S. Social Security Administration to receive assistance online. This way you can request the following services without visiting your local office:

Apply for Benefits

  • Apply for Retirement Benefits
  • Apply for Disability Benefits
  • Apply for Medicare Benefits
  • Appeal a Decision

Review Your Information

  • View Your Latest Statement
  • Review Your Earnings History
  • Estimate Retirement Benefits
  • Check Application Status

Manage Your Account

  • Change Your Address
  • Set Up or Change Direct Deposit
  • Print Proof of Benefits
  • Print Your 1099

Frequently Ask Questions at Elgin Social Security Office

  • Can I apply for Social Security benefits online?

    Yes, you can do your application at www.ssa.gov.

  • How long does it take to get a Social Security card?

    As soon as you provide all the information and documents required, the Social Security Administration will mail you your Social Security card. Generally, you can receive your Social Security Card within 2 weeks from the application day.

  • How do I change the name on my Social Security card?

    You will need to complete the Application for a Social Security Card by downloading Form SS-5 from the Social Security website. Once completed, you will need to mail the form or deliver it in person to your local office, along with the original copies of the documents needed to prove your identity.

  • How to replace a stolen or lost Social Security Card?

    You can request the replacement card online at www.ssa.gov or by calling 1-800-772-12-13. You can also do it by visiting your local office and providing an identification card to prove your identity.

  • Can I schedule an appointment with Social Security through this website?

    No, SSecurityOffices.com is not associated with the U.S. Social Security Administration and has no contact with its offices. As we only provide contact information, you must contact your local office directly to schedule, reschedule or cancel an appointment.

    • 20 Reviews For Elgin Social Security Office

    Brittle Berger
    The people who work here are cool and courteous. The wait time is quite low and things are done in a quick manner. But, the 'booking of appointment' through call is a lengthy procedure and wastes a lot of time of an individual. I hope there's a different procedure other than a phone call which is more hassle free
    u00d6mer Boztepe
    Been there today to get a new social security card. The best administration office ever. People are so kind and they are doing their best to help you. They also answer your calls and don't make you wait.nnNotenThank you again for being so nice to me, Officer Clark. You made my day better. I wish you the best.
    Breyanna Dexter
    Came here with my mom so she could change her last name after getting married. We didn't know she needed to call for an appointment because it didn't say this on the website. We got the number off of the door, got back in the car to call for an appointment. Ansecurity officerwalks someone to their car then comes to our car and stands there until my mom notices he proceeds to initiate conversation with my mom asking questions that are out of his responsibility in a way that came across hostile. I kid you not, this guy treated us like we were suspects in a crime. Be careful coming here, it makes you feel a little unsafe.
    shlok Yogi
    The worst place ever.nI have been calling them since last three days and sometimes I even hold for 3 hours but no answer.nIs this the kind of service you are supposed to provide?
    Malwina Tomasik
    Just horrible. I waited for an hour for someone to answer and then the woman that finally answered claimed that she couldnu2019t hear me and hung up. Their also very slow with the application process. Very unhappy and regret choosing this office.
    ana corona
    I would like to know how people are getting ahold of anyone there??? I have called numerous times all week and no one picks up the phone. The phone rings so long to the point I eventually canu2019t hear anything and it hungs up. RIDICULOUS! How are we supposed to get help when we canu2019t go to the office & the website states to call the office for my specific situation.
    Donna Babica
    I called and Marshall was the gentleman I spoke with. He was so kind and walked me through it all. He took care of what I thought would be a difficult process. If you need assistance, I do hope you get him. Oh, even the guard was extremely nice.
    Jennifer Jackson
    I am finally breaking down and getting a new social security card...after 23 years of marriage...I can't circumvent it anymore so I had to call the Elgin social security office to find out exactly which documents I needed to submit to effect a corrected card. I got Glenda on the phone and was so pleasantly surprised by her cheerful and pleasant demeanor! And above all - she was indeed helpful and told me exactly what I needed and how to proceed. When I knew I had to go through with getting a new card (finally), I had read reviews that had nothing but awful things to say about the service other people had received. If you have to call the Elgin office, I hope you get Glenda because she was just a doll. Thanks, Glenda! :)
    Rirri C
    I called here twice in one day, and I wasnu2019t sure if itu2019s the same lady picked up my phone, she was being really kind and patient at all time. While the SSA office of Aurora was being really careless and ignorant, this lady is my life saver, I canu2019t tell how much I appreciate it. I really thank her that she gave me a hand while I am in a difficult situation. She is really outstanding. Wish her the best.
    Carla B.
    Applied for my SSC 2 month agou2026 Still havenu2019t received anything. When I call the office they just tell me to wait. But as much as I waitu2026 still nothing arrives. It was supposed to take 2 weeks!! Now Iu2018m waiting for 2 month and I donu2019t even know if Iu2018ll receive it at all.
    K D
    Similar experience as others... Everyone I talk to gives me different information, and they all sound like they are annoyed that I am calling and asking them questions about my application.nnThere was only ONE woman, that I talked to, out of the, at least 8 people, that was actually nice, helpful, and got me the information I needed and was able to answer all of my questions thoroughly. Wish I could just work through her each time, but they do not have extensions or direct lines that I can have.nnHorrible customer service and aggravating to have to deal with.nMy one star review is because of the 5 stars I give this one women, and the zero stars I give the rest of them....
    Ken Davis
    Absolutely no one in the waiting area today yet, you HAVE to make an appointment AND no one picks up the call!!!!
    Armando Trejo
    Although the consultation was by phone and online, the staff here are great!!! Kudos for this place.
    Diana Evans
    One star is being generous! I've spoken to several reps in this office regarding what info they need to get a name change after a divorce and EVERY one has given me different information!! Today was Matt. He had no clue what I needed, he guessed and kept sayingit's the lawI'm not sending my drivers license to them when I'll not get it back for what could be MONTHS!! What am I suppose to do for ID in the mean time???? He said they are backed up and he couldn't tell me when I'd get it back!! They need to get retrained with the right information and stop wasting people's time!!
    Allison Bitner
    Positive: hold time was short, person located info quickly, rep said u201cgood byeu201d before hanging up on me.nNegative: no compassion at all, I reported a family death and was told they already knew, very robotic like. In fact, might as well have an AI take your call.
    H
    AWFUL rude people when you can get through if you're lucky, literally was on hold for 20 minutes each time and at the end of each attempt to get through was hung up on.
    Ducati Adventures
    After waiting 20 minutes it disconnected, tried few days multiple offices this is ridiculous!!!nShouldn't those services work for us ? The people ????
    Jan Lei
    This office provided excellent service and ample parking. The waiting time for me was just over an hour when I was there to complete my Medicare benefits application on 1/3/2020. Matt, the staff who worked on my case was very professional and helpful, and the security staff was friendly too. Overall, my experience visiting this office was positive.
    Christopher Hill
    Helpful, courteous, thorough, friendly, and all around great service in setting up benefits, from Veronica! This was delightful, after a sour experience with the Chicago office. I would give Veronica an excellence award if I could.
    Enkhmaa S
    I applied for SSN over a month ago, and they said iu2019d get my documents within 2 weeks. I still didnu2019t get it after 5 weeks. I have called every single day for three weeks to get my SSN. My call is answered by their agents, but they put me on hold for 20 minutes just saying u201csecondsu201d. It seems like their customer service agent donu2019t do their jobs and just put calls on hold and waste time. Itu2019s pity their service is so bad .

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