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Social Security Offices in Bellingham, Washington

Bellingham is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 710 Alabama St (98225).

Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 20 nearby towns.

Local Offices
1
Nearby Towns
20
Other Branches
6
Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4
Direct Branch Listings

Bellingham Social Security Office Listings (1)

Local Map

Bellingham Social Security Office Map

Weekly Schedule

Bellingham Social Security Office Hours

Standard Weekday Hours (Wed Closes 12:00 PM)

  • Monday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Wait Times & Holidays

Best Time to Visit Bellingham & Closures

Typical Wait Pattern & 2026–2027 Holiday Closures

Mon
Very busy
Tue
Good day
Wed
Closes 12 PM
Thu
Best day
Fri
Moderate

Upcoming Federal Holiday Closures

NOV 11
Veterans Day Wed · Closed
NOV 26
Thanksgiving Day Thu · Closed
DEC 25
Christmas Day Fri · Closed
JAN 01
New Year's Day Fri · Closed
JAN 18
Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. Mon · Closed
FEB 15
Washington's Birthday Mon · Closed
Save Time

Can You Skip a Trip to a Bellingham Social Security Office?

🟢 Online or Phone

Replacement SSN card · Award letter · Direct deposit

🟡 Book Appointment

Retirement · SSDI · SSI · Medicare (1-800-772-1213)

🔴 Visit with Originals

First SSN card · Legal name change · Citizenship
Online and phone alternatives versus visiting a Bellingham Social Security office in person
Task Best Method Fastest Option Bellingham Visit Notes & Required Originals
Replace a Social Security card 🟢 Online / Phone Online at SSA.gov or by phone Bring unexpired photo ID only if online replacement is unavailable.
Benefit verification (award) letter 🟢 Instant Online Download PDF online or call 1-800-772-1213 No trip to a Bellingham office needed unless urgent printed proof is required.
Update direct deposit or address 🟢 Online / Phone Online account or automated phone line Can be completed without visiting a Bellingham branch.
Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare 🟡 Call First Online application or phone interview Call your local Bellingham branch or 1-800-772-1213 to book an appointment.
Apply for SSI benefits 🟡 Call First Scheduled phone or in-person interview Call ahead; bring income, bank, and residency documents.
First-time SSN card or legal name change 🔴 Visit with Originals Start online, then bring originals Must present original or certified marriage/court order + unexpired photo ID.
Nearby Branches

Other Social Security Offices Near Bellingham

Local Coverage (20 Towns)

Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Bellingham

Nearby places and their closest listed Social Security office around Bellingham
Nearby Town Closest Listed Office Distance
Geneva, WA Bellingham office
3.1 mi
Marietta-Alderwood, WA Bellingham office
4.4 mi
Sudden Valley, WA Bellingham office
6.2 mi
Ferndale, WA Bellingham office
8.4 mi
Deming, WA Bellingham office
11.5 mi
Everson, WA Bellingham office
11.5 mi
Acme, WA Bellingham office
12.1 mi
Lynden, WA Bellingham office
12.8 mi
Custer, WA Bellingham office
12.9 mi
Nooksack, WA Bellingham office
13.2 mi
Birch Bay, WA Bellingham office
16.8 mi
Sumas, WA Bellingham office
18.4 mi
Kendall, WA Bellingham office
18.5 mi
Peaceful Valley, WA Bellingham office
19.4 mi
Blaine, WA Bellingham office
20.1 mi
Maple Falls, WA Bellingham office
20.2 mi
Glacier, WA Bellingham office
25.9 mi
Friday Harbor, WA Bellingham office
29.8 mi
Point Roberts, WA Bellingham office
31.0 mi
Roche Harbor, WA Bellingham office
32.2 mi
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: Bellingham Social Security Offices

How many Social Security offices are in Bellingham, WA?

Bellingham has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 710 Alabama St (98225).

What are the published hours for Bellingham Social Security offices?

The published schedule for the Bellingham field office is Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Closed on weekends and federal holidays.

What is the closest alternative Social Security office outside Bellingham?

The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Mt Vernon, WA (23.4 miles away).

Do I need an appointment to visit a Bellingham Social Security office?

Yes, most in-person tasks require an appointment. Call the direct branch phone number listed above or 1-800-772-1213 before visiting. Start online services at my Social Security (SSA.gov) ↗.

Is this an official SSA page?

No. SSA Office Finder is an independent public directory. Visit SSA.gov ↗ for official government instructions.

Official government portal: Social Security Administration (SSA.gov) ↗