New Jersey Field Office #177 Independent Directory Checking status…
Clifton, NJ Social Security office at 935 Allwood Rd, 07012
The Clifton Social Security office at 935 Allwood Rd is one of 24 field offices in New Jersey and 1,182 nationwide.
Closest listed SSA office for Clifton and 51 nearby towns. Next-nearest office: Newark (8.2 mi).
Area Served
51 Towns Next Closest
8.2 mi Weekly Hours
35 hrs NJ Offices
1 of 24 Weekly Schedule
Clifton office hours
- Monday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 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 & 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 the Clifton office?
🟢 Online or Phone Replacement card · Award letter · Direct deposit
🟡 Book Appointment Retirement · SSDI · SSI · Medicare ((866) 964-0170)
🔴 Visit with Originals First SSN card · Name change · Citizenship
| Task | Best Method | Fastest Option | Clifton Visit Notes & 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 office visit needed unless you require an immediate stamped printout. |
| Update direct deposit or address | 🟢 Online / Phone | Online account or automated phone line | No trip needed to Clifton. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call (866) 964-0170 to book an appointment before visiting. |
| Apply for SSI benefits | 🟡 Call First | Scheduled phone or in-person interview | Call ahead; bring income, bank, and residency records. |
| First-time SSN card or legal name change | 🔴 In-Person Originals | Start online, then bring originals | Must present original/certified marriage or court order + photo ID. |
Map & Directions
Clifton office location
935 Allwood Rd, Fl 2, Clifton, NJ 07012 · Open in Google Maps ↗
Checklist & Contacts
Before you visit the Clifton office
1
Book Appointment First
Call (866) 964-0170 or 1-800-772-1213 before driving.
2
Unexpired Photo ID + Originals
Bring original or certified records only (no photocopies). See checklist →
3
Direct Numbers & Codes
Local: (866) 964-0170 · TTY: 1-800-325-0778 · Fax: (833) 346-7157 · Code #177
Services at the Clifton Social Security office
Nearby Branches
Other Social Security offices near Clifton
#1 Closest 8.2 mi
Newark, NJ 07103
274 Springfield Ave
(877) 402-0821 Open →
#2 Closest 8.3 mi
Hackensack, NJ 07601
401 Hackensack Ave
(866) 964-4680 Open →
#3 Closest 8.4 mi
Newark, NJ 07102
970 Broad St, Room 1035
(877) 255-1507 Open →
#4 Closest 10.5 mi
Jersey City, NJ 07305
325 West Side Ave, Ground Floor
(877) 405-2884 Open →
#5 Closest 10.9 mi
Hoboken, NJ 07030
79 Hudson St, 6th Fl
(877) 505-4547 Open →
Coverage Area (51 Towns)
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Address & Phone | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookdale, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 1.3 mi |
| Montclair State University, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 1.6 mi |
| Upper Montclair, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 1.6 mi |
| Great Notch, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 2.3 mi |
| Passaic, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 2.3 mi |
| Woodland Park, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 2.8 mi |
| Wallington, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 3.5 mi |
| Glen Ridge, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 3.7 mi |
| Garfield, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 3.9 mi |
| Rutherford, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 4.1 mi |
| Paterson, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 4.3 mi |
| Singac, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 4.3 mi |
| Totowa, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 4.3 mi |
| Wood-Ridge, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 4.5 mi |
| North Caldwell, NJ | Clifton office | 935 Allwood Rd · (866) 964-0170 | 4.6 mi |
Show all 51 nearby towns closest to the Clifton office (+36 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Rutherford, NJ | Clifton office | 5.2 mi |
| Caldwell, NJ | Clifton office | 5.5 mi |
| Essex Fells, NJ | Clifton office | 5.7 mi |
| Haledon, NJ | Clifton office | 5.9 mi |
| Prospect Park, NJ | Clifton office | 6.2 mi |
| Pleasantdale, NJ | Clifton office | 6.3 mi |
| Preakness, NJ | Clifton office | 6.5 mi |
| William Paterson University of New Jersey, NJ | Clifton office | 6.6 mi |
| Hawthorne, NJ | Clifton office | 7.3 mi |
| Packanack Lake, NJ | Clifton office | 7.4 mi |
| Roseland, NJ | Clifton office | 7.5 mi |
| North Haledon, NJ | Clifton office | 7.7 mi |
| Lincoln Park, NJ | Clifton office | 8.5 mi |
| Pine Brook, NJ | Clifton office | 8.9 mi |
| Towaco, NJ | Clifton office | 10.3 mi |
| Pompton Plains, NJ | Clifton office | 10.5 mi |
| Franklin Lakes, NJ | Clifton office | 10.9 mi |
| Lake Hiawatha, NJ | Clifton office | 11.1 mi |
| Pines Lake, NJ | Clifton office | 11.2 mi |
| Troy Hills, NJ | Clifton office | 11.9 mi |
| Pompton Lakes, NJ | Clifton office | 12.0 mi |
| Riverdale, NJ | Clifton office | 12.4 mi |
| Boonton, NJ | Clifton office | 12.5 mi |
| Parsippany, NJ | Clifton office | 12.5 mi |
| Oakland, NJ | Clifton office | 12.8 mi |
| Whippany, NJ | Clifton office | 13.0 mi |
| Butler, NJ | Clifton office | 13.6 mi |
| Mountain Lakes, NJ | Clifton office | 14.2 mi |
| Kinnelon, NJ | Clifton office | 14.3 mi |
| Wanaque, NJ | Clifton office | 14.5 mi |
| Rainbow Lakes, NJ | Clifton office | 14.9 mi |
| Bloomingdale, NJ | Clifton office | 15.2 mi |
| Morris Plains, NJ | Clifton office | 15.8 mi |
| Mount Tabor, NJ | Clifton office | 15.8 mi |
| Macopin, NJ | Clifton office | 16.2 mi |
| Ringwood, NJ | Clifton office | 18.1 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions about the Clifton office
What are the published hours for the Clifton office?
The published schedule is Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. The office is closed on weekends and federal holidays.
Do I need an appointment at the Clifton office?
Many Social Security services require an appointment. Call the local office at (866) 964-0170 or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 before visiting.
What phone number should I call for the Clifton office?
Call the local branch at (866) 964-0170, the national toll-free line at 1-800-772-1213, or TTY 1-800-325-0778.
What documents should I bring to the office?
Bring an unexpired government photo ID and original or certified documents for your task. Photocopies and notarized copies are not accepted.
Can I complete my Social Security task online?
Yes. Replacement cards, benefit verification letters, and address updates can be completed online through your official my Social Security account. Visit my Social Security at SSA.gov ↗ to start online.
Are these hours live, and is this an official SSA page?
No on both. These are published weekly hours, and SSA Office Finder is an independent directory. Verify official notices at SSA.gov ↗.
Official government portal: Social Security Administration (SSA.gov) ↗
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