about 3 to 5 months
Generally, it takes about 3 to 5 months to get a decision. However, the exact time depends on how long it takes to get your medical records and any other evidence needed to make a decision. * How does Social Security make the decision? We send your application to a state agency that makes disability decisions.

How do you know if you have been approved for Social Security disability?

The most straightforward way to know if you’ve been approved or denied is to wait for the notice from the SSA in the mail. If the SSA is taking longer than usual to send a decision, or if you are eager to find out your status, you are able to check the status of your SSDI claim yourself.

How many SSDI applications are approved?

Millions of people apply for Social Security Disability benefits each year. Out of those millions of applications received by the Social Security Administration, only thirty percent are approved at the initial level of the disability claim process.

When to apply for Social Security disability benefits?

You can use the online application to apply for disability benefits if you: Are not currently receiving benefits on your own Social Security record; Are unable to work because of a medical condition that is expected to last at least 12 months or result in death; and Have not been denied disability benefits in the last 60 days.

Is it possible to partially complete the SSDI application?

Many disabled people say the SSDI application is complex. It’s possible to partially complete the application and return to your work later. When in doubt, don’t guess about the information you must supply to Social Security. Avoid making mistakes on the Social Security Disability application.

Where do I put my SSA application date?

Put your name, birth date, and SSA application date on every sheet of paper you send to Social Security. Taking a proactive approach can help to expedite your Social Security Disability application.

What happens if you are not approved for Social Security disability?

If you’re not approved for SSDI, your Social Security lawyer won’t send invoices requiring payments during the Social Security Disability application and evaluation process. Every U.S. taxpayer pays into the Social Security system.