The Social Security payment schedule for May 2025 is out, with some beneficiaries receiving up to $3,600. However, not everyone qualifies for this amount. Discover who receives the May 2 payment and the schedule for the rest of the month.

Because of the calendar, Social Security recipients who get Supplemental Security Income benefits get two checks in May, but no check in June.

Social Security's May payment schedule is normal for most recipients. But Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries will get two checks this month.