April Social Security direct payment worth $994 goes out in 31 days

Published March 1, 2026 7:00am ET



The April 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be issued to recipients in 31 days.

SSI beneficiaries are people with limited income who are either blind, aged 65 and older, or have a qualifying disability.

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