How to switch from paper Social Security checks by the Sept. 30 changeover to electronic

Starting Sept. 30, 2025, the Social Security Administration will stop issuing paper checks for benefit payments.

Social Security Paper Checks ends Sept 30: How to get electronic payment benefits, what to do before deadline

Americans who rely on federal benefits are being urged to take swift action as the Social Security Administration (SSA) plans ...

You could miss your Social Security payment if you don’t do this

"This change is part of a broader government-wide initiative to modernize payment systems and enhance service delivery." ...