Social Security Offices in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 478 Main St, Suite 200 (14202).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 6 nearby towns.
Buffalo Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #103
Checking status…Buffalo, NY 14202
478 Main St, Suite 200, Buffalo, NY 14202Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Buffalo Social Security Office Map
Buffalo 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
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Can You Skip a Trip to a Buffalo 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| Task | Best Method | Fastest Option | Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Buffalo 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. |
Other Social Security Offices Near Buffalo
West Seneca, NY 14224
1900 Ridge Rd, Suite 120
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
6540 Niagara Falls Bvd
Dunkirk, NY 14048
437 Main St, Suite 2
Batavia, NY 14020
571 East Main St
Jamestown, NY 14701
321 Hazeltine Ave
Olean, NY 14760
1618 W State St
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Buffalo
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sloan, NY | Buffalo office | 4.2 mi |
| Kenmore, NY | Buffalo office | 5.4 mi |
| Eggertsville, NY | Buffalo office | 6.5 mi |
| Tonawanda Town, NY | Buffalo office | 6.8 mi |
| Williamsville, NY | Buffalo office | 8.4 mi |
| University at Buffalo, NY | Buffalo office | 8.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions: Buffalo Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Buffalo, NY?
Buffalo has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 478 Main St, Suite 200 (14202).
What are the published hours for Buffalo Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Buffalo 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 Buffalo?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in West Seneca, NY (6.1 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Buffalo 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) ↗