Pennsylvania Field Office #203 Independent Directory Checking status…
Reading, PA Social Security office at 201 Penn St, 19601
The Reading Social Security office at 201 Penn St is one of 62 field offices in Pennsylvania and 1,182 nationwide.
Closest listed SSA office for Reading and 70 nearby towns. Next-nearest office: Pottstown (15.4 mi).
Area Served
70 Towns Next Closest
15.4 mi Weekly Hours
35 hrs PA Offices
1 of 62 Weekly Schedule
Reading 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 Reading office?
🟢 Online or Phone Replacement card · Award letter · Direct deposit
🟡 Book Appointment Retirement · SSDI · SSI · Medicare ((866) 274-5960)
🔴 Visit with Originals First SSN card · Name change · Citizenship
| Task | Best Method | Fastest Option | Reading 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 Reading. |
| Apply for Retirement, SSDI, or Medicare | 🟡 Call First | Online application or phone interview | Call (866) 274-5960 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
Reading office location
201 Penn St, Ste 200, Reading, PA 19601 · Open in Google Maps ↗
Checklist & Contacts
Before you visit the Reading office
1
Book Appointment First
Call (866) 274-5960 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) 274-5960 · TTY: 1-800-325-0778 · Fax: (833) 950-2888 · Code #203
Services at the Reading Social Security office
Nearby Branches
Other Social Security offices near Reading
#1 Closest 15.4 mi
Pottstown, PA 19464
80 Robinson St
(866) 964-7415 Open →
#2 Closest 25.7 mi
Lebanon, PA 17042
600 Isabel Dr, Suite 1
(866) 716-9635 Open →
#3 Closest 25.9 mi
Lancaster, PA 17601
1808 Colonial Village Ln, Suite 101
(888) 384-9919 Open →
#4 Closest 28.0 mi
Pottsville, PA 17901
2221 W Market St, Suite 200
(866) 269-0880 Open →
#5 Closest 30.8 mi
Allentown, PA 18102
41 N 4th St
(877) 405-6746 Open →
Coverage Area (70 Towns)
Closest Social Security office for nearby towns
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Address & Phone | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Reading, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 0.7 mi |
| Wyomissing, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 1.7 mi |
| Kenhorst, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 2.0 mi |
| Greenfields, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 2.3 mi |
| Mount Penn, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 2.4 mi |
| Grill, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 2.5 mi |
| Colony Park, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 2.6 mi |
| Hyde Park, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 2.8 mi |
| Penn State Berks, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 2.9 mi |
| Shillington, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 2.9 mi |
| Pennside, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 3.0 mi |
| Lincoln Park, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 3.2 mi |
| Spring Ridge, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 3.2 mi |
| West Lawn, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 3.2 mi |
| West Wyomissing, PA | Reading office | 201 Penn St · (866) 274-5960 | 3.4 mi |
Show all 70 nearby towns closest to the Reading office (+55 more)
| Nearby Town | Closest Listed Office | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Montrose Manor, PA | Reading office | 3.5 mi |
| Muhlenberg Park, PA | Reading office | 3.6 mi |
| St. Lawrence, PA | Reading office | 3.7 mi |
| Pennwyn, PA | Reading office | 3.8 mi |
| Springmont, PA | Reading office | 3.8 mi |
| Stony Creek Mills, PA | Reading office | 3.8 mi |
| Whitfield, PA | Reading office | 3.8 mi |
| Laureldale, PA | Reading office | 3.9 mi |
| Riverview Park, PA | Reading office | 4.0 mi |
| Flying Hills, PA | Reading office | 4.1 mi |
| Reiffton, PA | Reading office | 4.2 mi |
| Mohnton, PA | Reading office | 4.3 mi |
| Fox Chase, PA | Reading office | 4.4 mi |
| South Temple, PA | Reading office | 4.4 mi |
| Sinking Spring, PA | Reading office | 4.7 mi |
| Temple, PA | Reading office | 5.0 mi |
| Jacksonwald, PA | Reading office | 5.1 mi |
| Lorane, PA | Reading office | 5.3 mi |
| Gibraltar, PA | Reading office | 5.6 mi |
| Alsace Manor, PA | Reading office | 5.9 mi |
| Gouglersville, PA | Reading office | 6.3 mi |
| Alleghenyville, PA | Reading office | 7.4 mi |
| Baumstown, PA | Reading office | 7.6 mi |
| Leesport, PA | Reading office | 7.7 mi |
| Wernersville, PA | Reading office | 7.9 mi |
| Blandon, PA | Reading office | 8.1 mi |
| Oley, PA | Reading office | 8.6 mi |
| Walnuttown, PA | Reading office | 9.1 mi |
| Dauberville, PA | Reading office | 9.2 mi |
| Adamstown, PA | Reading office | 9.3 mi |
| Mohrsville, PA | Reading office | 10.0 mi |
| Fleetwood, PA | Reading office | 10.2 mi |
| New Morgan, PA | Reading office | 10.2 mi |
| Bowmansville, PA | Reading office | 10.3 mi |
| Swartzville, PA | Reading office | 10.6 mi |
| Robesonia, PA | Reading office | 10.8 mi |
| Reinholds, PA | Reading office | 11.0 mi |
| Centerport, PA | Reading office | 11.1 mi |
| Bernville, PA | Reading office | 11.5 mi |
| Shoemakersville, PA | Reading office | 11.5 mi |
| New Jerusalem, PA | Reading office | 11.7 mi |
| Fivepointville, PA | Reading office | 12.6 mi |
| Dryville, PA | Reading office | 12.8 mi |
| Reamstown, PA | Reading office | 12.9 mi |
| Denver, PA | Reading office | 13.0 mi |
| Morgantown, PA | Reading office | 13.0 mi |
| Virginville, PA | Reading office | 13.2 mi |
| Churchtown, PA | Reading office | 13.6 mi |
| Lyons, PA | Reading office | 13.6 mi |
| Bowers, PA | Reading office | 14.4 mi |
| Kutztown University, PA | Reading office | 14.4 mi |
| New Schaefferstown, PA | Reading office | 14.8 mi |
| Kutztown, PA | Reading office | 15.3 mi |
| Lenhartsville, PA | Reading office | 16.5 mi |
| Honey Brook, PA | Reading office | 16.8 mi |
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions about the Reading office
What are the published hours for the Reading 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 Reading office?
Many Social Security services require an appointment. Call the local office at (866) 274-5960 or the national line at 1-800-772-1213 before visiting.
What phone number should I call for the Reading office?
Call the local branch at (866) 274-5960, 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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