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Social Security field office · code 998

Fairbanks, AK Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Fairbanks is at 101 12th Avenue, Rm 138, Fairbanks, AK 99701. Phone: (800) 478-0391. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Seattle hearing office (about 10.8 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address101 12th Avenue, Rm 138
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Phone(800) 478-0391
Fax(833) 950-3224
Monday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday–SundayClosed
SSA office code998

Address, phone and hours from SSA's official field office file. Offices close on federal holidays.

Appealing a disability decision from the Fairbanks office

SSA lists the Fairbanks field office among the offices served by the Seattle Hearing Office. That is where an administrative law judge will hear your case if your claim is denied at reconsideration.

Hearing officeSeattle, WA(888) 366-6144
Average processing time10.8 mo329 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings55%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Disability Determination Services. Read how to appeal a denial (60-day deadline) and what happens at the hearing.

What you can do at this office

  • Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), SSI, survivors and spouse benefits. Social Security card applications too.
  • Replace a Social Security card or update your name.
  • Request a reconsideration or a hearing if your claim was denied (forms).
  • Report changes that affect your benefits and get benefit verification letters.

Many of these services can be done online at ssa.gov or by calling 1-800-772-1213. See how to schedule an appointment.

Frequently asked questions

What is the phone number of the Fairbanks Social Security office?

The Fairbanks, AK Social Security office phone number is (800) 478-0391 and its fax is (833) 950-3224. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Fairbanks Social Security office?

Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, according to SSA. It is closed on weekends and federal holidays.

Where is the Social Security office in Fairbanks?

101 12th Avenue, Rm 138, Fairbanks, AK 99701.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Fairbanks office?

SSA lists the Fairbanks field office among those served by the Seattle Hearing Office (Seattle, WA). Its average processing time is about 10.8 months.

Do I need an appointment?

SSA says that if you need in-person help, you must make an appointment to visit a local office. Call the office or 1-800-772-1213 (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday to Friday). Many services are also available online at ssa.gov.