Delaware Field Office #268 Independent Directory Checking status…
Dover, DE Social Security office at 655 S Bay Rd, 19901
The Dover Social Security office at 655 S Bay Rd is one of 3 field offices in Delaware and 1,182 nationwide.
Closest listed SSA office for Dover and 50 nearby towns. Next-nearest office: Bridgeton (23.8 mi).
Area Served
50 Towns Next Closest
23.8 mi Weekly Hours
35 hrs DE Offices
1 of 3 Weekly Schedule
Dover 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 Dover office?
🟢 Online or Phone Replacement card · Award letter · Direct deposit
🟡 Book Appointment Retirement · SSDI · SSI · Medicare ((877) 701-2141)
🔴 Visit with Originals First SSN card · Name change · Citizenship
| Task | Best Method | Fastest Option | Dover 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 Dover. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call (877) 701-2141 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
Dover office location
655 S Bay Rd, Suite 3j, Dover, DE 19901 · Open in Google Maps ↗
Checklist & Contacts
Before you visit the Dover office
1
Book Appointment First
Call (877) 701-2141 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: (877) 701-2141 · TTY: 1-800-325-0778 · Fax: (833) 912-2302 · Code #268
Services at the Dover Social Security office
Nearby Branches
Other Social Security offices near Dover
#1 Closest 23.8 mi
Bridgeton, NJ 08302
149 West Broad St
(866) 837-1235 Open →
#2 Closest 32.9 mi
Georgetown, DE 19947
17 Georgetown Plz
(866) 864-1803 Open →
#3 Closest 44.8 mi
Glassboro, NJ 08028
830 Delsea Dr North
(866) 883-5305 Open →
#4 Closest 49.2 mi
Chester, PA 19013
807 Crosby St
(877) 685-5942 Open →
#5 Closest 49.2 mi
Chester, PA 19013
807 Crosby St
(877) 685-5942 Open →
Coverage Area (50 Towns)
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Address & Phone | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Acres, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 1.4 mi |
| Rodney Village, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 2.4 mi |
| Highland Acres, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 2.5 mi |
| Dover Base Housing, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 2.6 mi |
| Little Creek, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 3.2 mi |
| Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 3.5 mi |
| Wyoming, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 4.2 mi |
| Camden, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 4.5 mi |
| Magnolia, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 5.6 mi |
| Woodside East, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 6.0 mi |
| Leipsic, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 6.3 mi |
| Woodside, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 6.4 mi |
| Cheswold, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 6.6 mi |
| Bowers, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 8.1 mi |
| Viola, DE | Dover office | 655 S Bay Rd · (877) 701-2141 | 8.2 mi |
Show all 50 nearby towns closest to the Dover office (+35 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riverview, DE | Dover office | 8.3 mi |
| Frederica, DE | Dover office | 10.0 mi |
| Kenton, DE | Dover office | 10.2 mi |
| Felton, DE | Dover office | 10.3 mi |
| Clayton, DE | Dover office | 11.0 mi |
| Hartly, DE | Dover office | 11.3 mi |
| Smyrna, DE | Dover office | 11.5 mi |
| Harrington, DE | Dover office | 15.9 mi |
| Houston, DE | Dover office | 16.1 mi |
| Townsend, DE | Dover office | 20.5 mi |
| Odessa, DE | Dover office | 22.8 mi |
| Middletown, DE | Dover office | 23.2 mi |
| Port Penn, DE | Dover office | 25.6 mi |
| St. Georges, DE | Dover office | 29.4 mi |
| Delaware City, DE | Dover office | 29.7 mi |
| Bear, DE | Dover office | 33.8 mi |
| Glasgow, DE | Dover office | 33.8 mi |
| New Castle, DE | Dover office | 36.1 mi |
| Brookside, DE | Dover office | 37.3 mi |
| Wilmington Manor, DE | Dover office | 37.3 mi |
| Newark, DE | Dover office | 38.9 mi |
| Newport, DE | Dover office | 39.4 mi |
| Wilmington, DE | Dover office | 40.5 mi |
| Elsmere, DE | Dover office | 41.0 mi |
| Pike Creek Valley, DE | Dover office | 41.2 mi |
| Edgemoor, DE | Dover office | 41.7 mi |
| Bellefonte, DE | Dover office | 42.6 mi |
| Pike Creek, DE | Dover office | 42.6 mi |
| North Star, DE | Dover office | 43.4 mi |
| Greenville, DE | Dover office | 43.6 mi |
| Hockessin, DE | Dover office | 44.7 mi |
| Claymont, DE | Dover office | 45.2 mi |
| Ardencroft, DE | Dover office | 45.3 mi |
| Ardentown, DE | Dover office | 45.5 mi |
| Arden, DE | Dover office | 45.7 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions about the Dover office
What are the published hours for the Dover 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 Dover office?
Many Social Security services require an appointment. Call the local office at (877) 701-2141 or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 before visiting.
What phone number should I call for the Dover office?
Call the local branch at (877) 701-2141, 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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