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Social Security field office · code 976

Berkeley, CA Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Berkeley is at 2045 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704. Phone: (877) 531-4696. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Oakland hearing office (about 8.6 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address2045 Allston Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone(877) 531-4696
Fax(833) 950-2448
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 code976

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Berkeley office

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

Hearing officeOakland, CA(866) 366-4916
Average processing time8.6 mo261 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings66%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Disability Determination Service Division. 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 Berkeley Social Security office?

The Berkeley, CA Social Security office phone number is (877) 531-4696 and its fax is (833) 950-2448. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Berkeley 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 Berkeley?

2045 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Berkeley office?

SSA lists the Berkeley field office among those served by the Oakland Hearing Office (Oakland, CA). Its average processing time is about 8.6 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.