Social Security's payment schedule is normal in April, but recipients who get Supplemental Security Income benefits will get two checks in May.

The first round of April's Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to retirees on April 9.

The Social Security Administration is adopting more stringent identity verification procedures beginning April 14, 2025, to "further safeguard Social Security records and benefits against fraudulent activity." Those who use their my Social Security account to make changes like address updates and direct deposit changes won't notice a difference.