Federal Benefits

Social Security Administration

The SSA deals with claims for retirement, disability and survivor benefits, Social Security number applications as well as all post-entitlement issues such as changes of address, non-receipt of checks, and termination of benefits due to death.

American Citizen Services can provide basic information and forms regarding Social Security checks and acts as a disbursing agency for Social Security checks.

For more detailed information about Social Security benefits and procedures, click here.

There is a regional Social Security office in Manila, Philippines that can assist with your specific questions if you are residing in the Asia-Pacific region. The contact information is:

Social Security Administration
American Embassy
1131 Roxas Blvd., Ermita
0930 Manila, Philippines
Fax: 632-522-1514
Email: SSAD.VARO.MANILA@ssa.gov
Tel: 632-523-1001 Ext. 2465

Veterans Affairs

The Department of Veterans Affairs handles survivor claims, educational benefits, as well as pension and compensation. Claims for benefits must be submitted directly to the VA.

For details about available benefits and information about how to apply, click here.