No Social Security checks for 3 months? Here’s which recipients are affected and why

Over 7.4 million Americans rely on Supplemental Security Income every month. In 2026, SSI recipients will not receive payments in March, August, and November. This is not a benefit cut. The Social Security Administration moved deposits early because the first falls on a weekend. Payments arrive the prior month. The SSI payment schedule 2026 keeps 12 full benefits intact. Understanding Social Security payment dates helps seniors and disabled Americans plan ahead.