Request reconsideration

Ask us to reconsider a decision you don't agree with.

Deadline for the request

Once you receive a decision, submit a request for a disability or non-medical reconsideration within 60 days.

Sign in and search for Request for Reconsideration (SSA-561-U2) (PDF). Then, complete the form, save it to your device, upload it, and submit it to us.

Available in most U.S. time zones Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., in English, Spanish, and other languages.

Tell the representative you want to submit a request for reconsideration of a decision we made.

Call TTY +1 800-325-0778 if you're deaf or hard of hearing.

Check the status of your reconsideration.