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Social Security Fraud Reporting | Social Security Administration

Encourages individuals to report suspicions of fraud, waste, or abuse against Social Security to the Office of the Inspector General. Reported cases may involve making false statements on claims, concealing facts affecting benefit eligibility, misuse of benefits by a representative payee, and more, including crimes involving SSA employees, scams impersonating SSA employees, bribery, and various types of fraud.

Physical Address

Voice

(800) 269-0271

Main Phone Social Security Fraud Hotline

Fax

(410) 597-0118

Voice

(866) 501-2101

Application process

Individuals can submit a report online, or by phone, fax, or mail.

Eligibility

Open to all.

Agency info

Social Security Administration

Provides various benefits for retirement, individuals with disabilities, and dependents of someone who has died or the dependents of someone who is receiving benefits. Applications for Social Security benefits can be filed in person at any Social Security Office.