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Social Security field office · code 294

Alexandria, VA Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Alexandria is at 5510 Cherokee Ave, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22312. Phone: (888) 472-2402. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Washington hearing office (about 9.0 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address5510 Cherokee Ave, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA 22312
Phone(888) 472-2402
Fax(833) 950-2294
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 code294

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Alexandria office

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

Hearing officeWashington, DC(866) 414-6259
Average processing time9.0 mo274 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings63%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 Alexandria Social Security office?

The Alexandria, VA Social Security office phone number is (888) 472-2402 and its fax is (833) 950-2294. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Alexandria 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 Alexandria?

5510 Cherokee Ave, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22312.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Alexandria office?

SSA lists the Alexandria field office among those served by the Washington Hearing Office (Washington, DC). Its average processing time is about 9.0 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.