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Social Security Offices in Oceanside, California
Oceanside is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 2160 S El Camino Real (92054).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 6 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
6 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Oceanside Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #987
Checking status…Oceanside, CA 92054
2160 S El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92054Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Oceanside Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Oceanside 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 Oceanside & 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 Oceanside 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 | Oceanside 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 Oceanside 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 Oceanside branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Oceanside 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 Oceanside
#1 Closest 8.9 mi
San Marcos, CA 92078
367 Via Vera Cruz
(866) 614-4769 Open →
#2 Closest 28.2 mi
San Diego, CA 92123
8505 Aero Dr
(866) 331-6397 Open →
#3 Closest 33.6 mi
El Cajon, CA 92020
846 Arnele Ave
(866) 964-0012 Open →
#4 Closest 33.7 mi
San Diego, CA 92101
1333 Front St
(855) 820-0097 Open →
#5 Closest 34.1 mi
La Mesa, CA 91942
7961 University Ave
(877) 405-1445 Open →
#6 Closest 36.3 mi
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
23311 Madero
(888) 306-9878 Open →
Local Coverage (6 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Oceanside
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad, CA | Oceanside office | 4.8 mi |
| Camp Pendleton South, CA | Oceanside office | 5.0 mi |
| Camp Pendleton Mainside, CA | Oceanside office | 8.1 mi |
| Fallbrook, CA | Oceanside office | 14.4 mi |
| Rainbow, CA | Oceanside office | 18.8 mi |
| Temecula, CA | Oceanside office | 23.9 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Oceanside Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Oceanside, CA?
Oceanside has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 2160 S El Camino Real (92054).
What are the published hours for Oceanside Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Oceanside 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 Oceanside?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in San Marcos, CA (8.9 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Oceanside 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) ↗
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