Starting September 30, 2025, the SSA will stop issuing paper checks for those who still receive their benefits this way.

The change will primarily affect a small group of beneficiaries who have not made the switch to electronic payment methods yet, per the SSA. Less than 1% of beneficiaries are enrolled in paper checks and are encouraged to enroll in direct deposit or opt for the Direct Express card to receive their monthly benefits on time.

The Social Security Administration announced on Wednesday that it will no longer require all beneficiaries to switch to electronic payments by October 1, reversing a decision made just weeks earlier.