Anchorage Social Security Office
222 W 8th Ave #66, Anchorage, AK 99513
222 W 8th Ave #66
Anchorage, AK 99513
Operating Hours
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Before You Visit
- Schedule an appointment by calling the office
- Bring a valid photo ID (driver's license, passport)
- Bring your Social Security card if you have one
- Bring original or certified birth certificate
- Arrive early — offices are busiest after lunch
Schedule an Appointment
Save time by scheduling your visit in advance. Walk-ins are accepted but appointments are recommended.
Call to ScheduleServices Offered
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Social Security Cards
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Retirement Benefits
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Disability Benefits
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Survivors Benefits
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Medicare Enrollment
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SSI Assistance
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Anchorage Social Security office is generally open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Hours may vary on holidays. Call +18007721213 to confirm current hours.
You can schedule an appointment by calling the office directly at +18007721213 or by calling the national Social Security hotline at 1-800-772-1213. Walk-ins are accepted but appointments are recommended to reduce wait times.
Bring a valid photo ID (driver's license or passport), your Social Security card if available, and any documents related to your specific request. For card replacements, bring proof of citizenship. For benefits applications, bring financial and medical documents as applicable.
What Visitors Are Saying
The Adak Social Security office has great accessibility -- ramps, automatic doors, and helpful staff for anyone who needs extra assistance.
— Carlos Rodriguez · Address Change
Average visit to the Akiachak Social Security office. The wait to change my address with social security was around 35 minutes. Bring your documents ready to go.
— Sean McCarthy · Address Change
The social security office in Akiak really improved since my last visit. Wait times were short and the staff to replace my social security card was knowledgeable.
— Amber Evans · Card Replacement
I went to the Akutan Social Security office without an appointment to apply for retirement benefits. Even as a walk-in, the wait was only about 25 minutes.
— Roberto Delgado · Retirement Benefits
Needed to apply for a social security number so I went to the Alakanuk location. The building was easy to find and had good accessibility options. Staff was professional and got me taken care of quickly.
— Koa Akana · SSN Application
Visited the Aleknagik office to enroll in Medicare and everything went smoothly.
— Priya Patel · Medicare Enrollment
The Allakaket Social Security office was okay. Took about an hour to apply for survivor benefits, mostly waiting.
— Tiffany Coleman · Survivor Benefits
Mixed experience at the Ambler office. Parking was a hassle but once inside, the staff was professional and helped me apply for retirement benefits without issues.
— Aaliyah Washington · Retirement Benefits
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