How to Get Your SSA-1099 Online
Download your Social Security tax form from the SSA website in minutes using your my Social Security account.
3 min read · 5 steps · Checked May 2026
Step 1. Go to the official SSA website
Open your web browser and type ssa.gov into the address bar. Do not click on links from emails or search results, since fake sites can look real. The official site will have a green padlock icon in the address bar.
Step 2. Sign in to my Social Security
Click the Sign In button at the top of the page. Enter your username and password. If you do not have an account, click Create an Account and follow the prompts. You will need your Social Security number, a valid email address, and a US mailing address.
Step 3. Navigate to the Replace Your Tax Form section
Once signed in, look for a section called Replace Your Tax Form SSA-1099 or Benefits and Payments. Click the link that says Get a Replacement SSA-1099.
Step 4. Choose the tax year
Select the year you need. The current year's form is available starting February 1. You can also pick previous years if you need older copies for any reason.
Step 5. Download and save the PDF
Click the download link. The form will open as a PDF on your screen. Save it to your computer in a folder for tax documents, then print a copy for your records or to give to your tax preparer.
If you receive Social Security benefits, the Social Security Administration sends you a tax form called the SSA-1099 every January. This form shows the total amount of benefits you received during the year. And you need it to file your federal tax return. Sometimes the paper form gets lost in the mail, arrives late, or never shows up at all. The good news is you can get a replacement copy online any time you want, free of charge, through the official SSA website.
To do this, you need a my Social Security account at ssa.gov. This is a free, secure account that lets you view your benefit amount, change your direct deposit, request a replacement Medicare card, and download tax forms. If you already have an account, you can sign in and grab your SSA-1099 in about two minutes. If you do not have an account yet, you can create one in about ten minutes. The SSA will verify your identity by asking questions only you would know, such as past addresses and old phone numbers.
The SSA-1099 is available online starting February 1 each year for the prior tax year. Forms from previous years are also available, going back several years, in case you need them for amended returns or for a tax preparer. You can save the form as a PDF, print it, or email it directly to your tax preparer.
One important note: the website ssa.gov is the only official Social Security website. Be careful of fake sites with similar names. Always type ssa.gov directly into your browser. The SSA will never ask you for your password through email or text. If something feels wrong, stop and call the SSA at 1-800-772-1213.
Official sources
- Medicare.gov — medicare.gov
- SSA.gov — ssa.gov
- IRS.gov — irs.gov
- USA.gov — usa.gov
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