In May 2025, some Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients across the United States will notice two payments hitting their accounts. While this may initially appear to be a financial bonus, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has clarified that this is not an extra benefit, but rather a scheduling adjustment due to the calendar.
Why Are There Two Payments?
SSI is a monthly benefit designed to support seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those with extremely limited resources. Normally, SSI payments are made on the first day of each month. However, if the first of the month falls on a weekend or holiday, the SSA issues the payment on the last business day of the previous month.
That’s exactly what’s happening this May. While the first SSI payment was delivered on May 1 as scheduled, a second payment will be issued on Friday, May 30. This second deposit is not a bonus—it is the June payment being sent early because June 1 lands on a Sunday.
No SSI Payment in June
Due to this timing shift, beneficiaries will not receive any payment in June. The payment made on May 30 covers that month’s benefit and is meant to ensure recipients are not impacted by weekend delays.
Who Will Get Both Payments?
To receive both May 1 and May 30 payments, individuals must be eligible for SSI in both May and June. Eligibility criteria include:
- Very low or no income
- Resources below SSA limits ($2,000 for individuals and $3,000 for couples)
- U.S. citizenship or an eligible immigration status
- Compliance with SSA program reviews and no payment suspensions
How Much Will Beneficiaries Receive?
In 2025, the maximum monthly SSI payment is $967 for individuals and $1,450 for couples. These figures include the latest cost-of-living adjustment implemented in January. Actual payment amounts may vary depending on other sources of income or household support.
What to Do If You Don’t Receive Your Payment
If you’re expecting a deposit but don’t see it, first check your bank account or Direct Express card. You can also log in to your my Social Security account or contact the SSA directly to confirm your payment status.
While it may be tempting to view this month’s double payment as a windfall, SSI recipients are reminded to budget accordingly—because no new funds will be deposited in June.