An overpayment is when you receive more money than you should have from us. Overpayments occur because of missing or wrong information. This can happen if you don’t tell us about changes in your …

Social Security overpayments can occur for a variety of reasons stemming from actions on the part of either the beneficiary or the agency. Major causes of OASDI overpayments are changes in marital …

An overpayment occurs when the Social Security Administration (SSA) determined that you received more money than you were entitled. Receiving a Social Security overpayment can be stressful, but …

Apr 3, 2025 · You can repay the overpayment by credit card, online bill pay or check. For more information on repayment of overpaid benefits, visit the SSA website.

Nov 19, 2025 · In this article, we’ll explore what to do after a Social Security overpayment, how to identify the cause, repay the amount owed, and appeal the decision if necessary.

If your overpayment letter includes online payment instructions and a Remittance ID, you can also repay online at pay.gov. The Remittance ID is on the first page of your letter and on the payment stub …

Nov 25, 2025 · An overpayment is defined formally as the receipt of monetary funds beyond the recipient’s lawful entitlement. This excess amount creates a legal obligation for the recipient to return …

May 6, 2025 · While Social Security has the burden of proving that the overpayment is your fault, you should provide as much proof as you can to show that you need all of the income and resources you …

Apr 29, 2025 · If the Social Security Administration sends you an overpayment notice, don’t panic. This guide explains the most common causes of overpayment and how to protect your financial well-being …

Did you receive a notice from the Social Security Administration containing a Remittance ID to pay us electronically? If so, you can save time by making a secure online payment, and obtain confirmation …