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Social Security Offices in Portland, Maine
Portland is served by 1 published Social Security Field Office at 400 Congress St, Ste 250 (04101).
Compare local addresses, direct phone numbers, weekday hours, and closest branches for 17 nearby towns.
Local Offices
1 Nearby Towns
17 Other Branches
6 Standard Hours
Mon–Fri 9–4 Direct Branch Listings
Portland Social Security Office Listings (1)
Field Office #001
Checking status…Portland, ME 04101
400 Congress St, Ste 250, Portland, ME 04101Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Local Map
Portland Social Security Office Map
Weekly Schedule
Portland 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 Portland & 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 Portland 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 | Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland branch. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call your local Portland 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 Portland
#1 Closest 14.1 mi
Saco, ME 04072
110 Main St, Suite 1450
(877) 253-4715 Open →
#2 Closest 31.8 mi
Auburn, ME 04210
600 Turner St, Suite 5
(833) 388-6432 Open →
#3 Closest 47.2 mi
Portsmouth, NH 03801
215 Commerce Way, Ste 200
(888) 397-9796 Open →
#4 Closest 51.0 mi
Augusta, ME 04330
68 Sewall St, Ste 209
(866) 882-5422 Open →
#5 Closest 66.0 mi
Rockland, ME 04841
169 Camden St
(855) 269-9179 Open →
#6 Closest 69.7 mi
Waterville, ME 04901
14 Colby St
(866) 931-9169 Open →
Local Coverage (17 Towns)
Closest Social Security Office for Towns Near Portland
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Portland, ME | Portland office | 2.2 mi |
| Falmouth, ME | Portland office | 4.3 mi |
| Falmouth Foreside, ME | Portland office | 5.6 mi |
| Oak Hill, ME | Portland office | 5.8 mi |
| Westbrook, ME | Portland office | 5.8 mi |
| Cousins Island, ME | Portland office | 8.9 mi |
| Gorham, ME | Portland office | 9.1 mi |
| Cumberland Center, ME | Portland office | 9.6 mi |
| Littlejohn Island, ME | Portland office | 9.7 mi |
| South Windham, ME | Portland office | 9.9 mi |
| Little Falls, ME | Portland office | 10.5 mi |
| Yarmouth, ME | Portland office | 10.8 mi |
| North Windham, ME | Portland office | 14.5 mi |
| Standish, ME | Portland office | 15.6 mi |
| Freeport, ME | Portland office | 15.9 mi |
| Gray, ME | Portland office | 16.2 mi |
| Steep Falls, ME | Portland office | 20.0 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Portland Social Security Offices
How many Social Security offices are in Portland, ME?
Portland has 1 published Social Security Field Office at 400 Congress St, Ste 250 (04101).
What are the published hours for Portland Social Security offices?
The published schedule for the Portland 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 Portland?
The nearest other mapped Social Security office is in Saco, ME (14.1 miles away).
Do I need an appointment to visit a Portland 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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