The Social Security payment schedule for May 2025 is out, with some beneficiaries receiving up to $3,600. However, not everyone qualifies for this amount. Discover who receives the May 2 payment and the schedule for the rest of the month.

Social Security's May payment schedule is normal for most recipients. But Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries will get two checks this month.

Supplemental Security Income recipients will receive two payments in May. We'll break down why this happens and when you can expect your second payment to come through.