1st Batch of Debit Cards for SSI, SSDI, and Social Security Beneficiaries Set for June 2025: Key Updates, Schedule & Eligibility

As part of a major move to streamline benefit disbursement, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is releasing the first batch of debit cards for recipients of SSI (Supplemental Security Income), SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance), and Social Security retirement benefits in June 2025. This change impacts millions of Americans, including retirees, people with disabilities, and survivors of deceased workers.

If you rely on these federal assistance programs, understanding the payment schedule, debit card rollout, and eligibility rules is crucial to avoid missing your benefits or facing delays. Below is a detailed breakdown of all essential information, including updated June payment schedules, eligibility criteria, and what to expect with the new debit cards.

What Is Happening in June 2025?

The SSA is issuing debit cards to streamline benefit disbursements. These cards are part of a broader digital push to simplify payments and provide secure, faster access to government assistance.

The first batch of these debit cards is being distributed this June, aligning with the monthly payment cycle for millions of beneficiaries under the SSI, SSDI, and retirement programs.

If you’re expecting a payment and have enrolled for direct deposit or electronic delivery, the funds should appear on your new debit card starting with this distribution.

Eligibility Criteria

The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program helps individuals who are:

• 65 years or older
• Blind or disabled
• Earning very little income and holding limited assets

Unlike SSDI or Social Security retirement benefits, SSI is not funded by Social Security taxes. Instead, it is backed by general federal tax revenues.

Even if you’ve never contributed to Social Security, you may still be eligible for SSI benefits—making it a crucial safety net for low-income individuals and families.

Payment Schedule

The SSA sends payments monthly, and the timing depends largely on your birthdate and the date you started receiving benefits.

Here’s how the payment schedule breaks down for June 2025:

• Recipients who started benefits before May 1997: Paid on June 3
• Birthdays from 1st to 10th: Paid on June 11
• Birthdays from 11th to 20th: Paid on June 18
• Birthdays from 21st to 31st: Paid on June 25

So, based on your birthday and the date you became a recipient, your deposit may arrive earlier or later in the month. If you’re a new recipient and fall within these birthdate ranges, plan accordingly.

Early SSI Payment for June

If you are an SSI beneficiary, you may have noticed that your June payment arrived early—on May 30, 2025.

This is not an error. When the 1st of the month (standard SSI payment day) falls on a weekend, the payment is advanced to the previous business day. Since June 1 is a Sunday, the SSI payments were issued on Friday, May 30.

SSDI Payment for Group 2

Beneficiaries who are in Group 2—those whose birthdays fall between the 1st and 10th—will receive their SSDI payment on June 11, 2025, the second Wednesday of the month.

Eligibility

To qualify for this payment date:

• You must have started collecting SSDI after May 1997
• Your birthday must fall between the 1st and 10th of any month

If you meet both conditions and have direct deposit or SSA debit card enabled, your funds should be available on June 11 itself.

SSI Payment Amounts for 2025

The maximum monthly SSI payments for 2025, according to SSA, are:

• $967 for individuals
• $1450 for couples

However, actual amounts may be lower based on income, living arrangements, and other benefits received.

Taxation of Social Security Benefits

Not all Social Security income is tax-free. You may owe taxes on part of your benefits if your total income exceeds:

• $25,000 for single filers
• $32,000 for married filers (filing jointly)

It’s best to consult with a tax advisor if your total annual income crosses these thresholds, as you may need to file accordingly.