Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides monthly payments to individuals who are unable to work due to a qualifying disability. As of 2025, eligible recipients can receive up to $1,821 per month. Here’s how you can receive this payment:
To qualify for the $1,821 SSDI payment, you must meet these requirements:
Work Credits: You need to have enough Social Security work credits, usually acquired through at least 10 years of work in jobs covered by Social Security.
Medical Condition: You must have a medically verified, severe, long-term disability that prevents you from engaging in substantial gainful activity (SGA). For 2024, earning more than $1,550/month may disqualify you.
Doctor’s Certification: Your doctor must formally document that your condition is expected to last at least 12 months or result in death.
SSA Blue Book Listing: Your condition should match or be equivalent to a condition listed in the Social Security Administration (SSA) Blue Book.
No Substantial Gainful Activity: You cannot be employed in a way that exceeds specific SSA income thresholds.
You can apply for $1,821 SSDI payment and receive the $1,821 payment through the following methods:
Online Application
Submit your application via the SSA website.
By Phone
Call the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213 to apply with assistance.
In Person
Visit your local Social Security office to file your application and provide supporting documents.
Social Security number
Complete medical records and doctor’s statements
Details about your work history
Proof of income and tax records
Bank account details (for direct deposit)
Collect All Required Documentation: Gather all medical, work, and income records.
Submit Your Application: Choose your preferred method (online, phone, or in-person).
Provide Additional Information: The SSA may request you attend a consultative examination with a government-approved doctor.
Await Review: Applications typically take 3–6 months to process. If denied, you have the right to appeal.