Social Security Offices in Dorchester, Massachusetts
Dorchester is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 115 Freeport St (02122).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 1 nearby towns.
Dorchester Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #048
Checking status…Dorchester, MA 02122
115 Freeport St, Dorchester, MA 02122Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Dorchester Social Security Office Map
Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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 | Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Dorchester 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 Dorchester
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4238 Washington St
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10 Causeway St, Room 148
Quincy, MA 02169
1515 Hancock St, Suite 305
Cambridge, MA 02138
10 Fawcett St, First Flr
Malden, MA 02148
192 Commercial St
Waltham, MA 02452
135 Beaver St, Suite 120
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Dorchester
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | Dorchester office | 2.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions: Dorchester Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Dorchester, MA?
Dorchester has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 115 Freeport St (02122).
What are the published hours for Dorchester Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Dorchester 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 Dorchester?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Roslindale, MA (3.9 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Dorchester 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) ↗