The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program supports millions of Americans every month. But in September 2025, beneficiaries should note that their payment will not arrive on the usual date. Instead, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has moved the deposit to August 29, 2025, as September 1 is a public holiday (Labor Day).
Why is the SSI payment shifted?
The SSA follows a clear rule: if the payment date falls on a weekend or a federal holiday, the deposit is made earlier. This prevents delays and ensures that beneficiaries have access to their money on time. Since September 1, 2025, is a Monday holiday, the September SSI payment will be deposited on Thursday, August 29, 2025.
Will beneficiaries receive extra money?
No, this is not an additional or bonus payment. Even though two payments will come in August—one on August 1 and another on August 29—the second one is meant for September. As a result, there will be no SSI payment in September itself. The next regular deposit will be made on October 1, 2025.
Key SSI payment dates for 2025
To make it easier, here are the important upcoming payment dates from the SSA schedule:
August 1: August SSI payment
August 29: Advance September SSI payment
October 1: October SSI payment
October 31: Advance November SSI payment
December 1: December SSI payment
December 31: Advance January 2026 SSI payment
Why budgeting matters for SSI recipients
Since the September payment will come early, beneficiaries need to manage their money carefully. After August 29, the next deposit will only arrive on October 1. Proper planning is important so that funds last until the next month’s payment. Checking the SSA’s official calendar can also help in keeping track of deposits.
The advance SSI payment for September 2025 is meant to avoid delays caused by the Labor Day holiday. While two deposits will arrive in August, the second one is simply the September payment moved forward.
Beneficiaries should plan their expenses wisely, as there will be no payment in September and the next one will only come on October 1. Staying aware of the payment schedule can make financial management smoother and stress-free.
