April is just around the corner, which means Social Security Disability Insurance recipients can look forward to their next benefit payment very soon. There are four payments issued each month, and the timing of your payment varies based on several factors. If you’re uncertain about when your payment will arrive, you’ve come to the right spot.
The Social Security Administration provides monthly payments to individuals whose disabilities hinder or restrict their ability to work. Others may also qualify for SSDI and can submit their applications based on their circumstances.
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We’ll outline the complete SSDI payment schedule for April and explain how your payment date is determined, so you know exactly when to expect your check.
If you’re wondering what to do if your last payment didn’t arrive or want to see the Supplemental Security Income payment schedule, keep reading.
Payment schedule if you’ve had SSDI since May 1997 or earlier
If you began receiving SSDI before May 1997, you typically receive your payment on the third day of each month. However, there are exceptions if the third falls on a weekend or holiday. In 2025, this will occur in May and August, so expect to receive your payment 1-2 days earlier in these months.
For everyone else, payments are based on birth dates
If you started receiving SSDI after May 1997, your payment date is linked to your birth date. Payments are usually disbursed on the second, third, and fourth Wednesdays of each month, as follows:
| Birthdate between | Social Security check date |
|---|---|
| 1 and 10 of the month | Second Wednesday of the month |
| 11 and 20 of the month | Third Wednesday of the month |
| 21 and 31 of the month | Fourth Wednesday of the month |
When to expect your SSDI payment for April
Here’s when you can expect your SSDI payment this month:
| If you’ve received Social Security before May 1997 | Apr. 3 |
|---|---|
| If your birthday falls between day 1 and 10 of the month | Apr. 9 |
| If your birthday falls between day 11 and 20 of the month | Apr. 16 |
| If your birthday falls between day 21 and 31 of the month | Apr. 23 |
How will the 2025 COLA affect my payment?
The 2025 COLA brings a 2.5% rise in monthly benefit checks, though the actual increase may vary due to multiple factors. Your monthly income, the duration of your benefits, and the type of benefits you receive may influence the amount of the increase. Recipients were notified of their COLA adjustments in December with specific details pertaining to their cases. A 2.5% COLA increase will typically add around $48 to the average monthly benefit.
For additional information, be sure to check out four ways you might lose your Social Security benefits and learn how to apply for SSI.
