First round of April Social Security payments goes out in four days

Published April 4, 2026 6:00am ET



The first round of April Social Security payments for retirees, now capped at $5,181, will be issued in four days.

When will payments arrive?

Retirees born on or before the 10th of a month will receive this payment on April 8. 

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