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Defiance, OH Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Defiance is at 273 Stadium Dr, Defiance, OH 43512. Phone: (877) 600-2860. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Toledo hearing office (about 8.2 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address273 Stadium Dr
Defiance, OH 43512
Phone(877) 600-2860
Fax(833) 950-3721
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 code412

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Defiance office

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

Hearing officeToledo, OH(866) 783-7304
Average processing time8.2 mo248 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings54%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities. 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 Defiance Social Security office?

The Defiance, OH Social Security office phone number is (877) 600-2860 and its fax is (833) 950-3721. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Defiance 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 Defiance?

273 Stadium Dr, Defiance, OH 43512.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Defiance office?

SSA lists the Defiance field office among those served by the Toledo Hearing Office (Toledo, OH). Its average processing time is about 8.2 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.