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Social Security field office · code 288

Bristol, VA Social Security Office

The Social Security office in Bristol is at 3280 Lee Highway, Bristol, VA 24202. Phone: (866) 504-5013. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Roanoke hearing office (about 8.3 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address3280 Lee Highway
Bristol, VA 24202
Phone(866) 504-5013
Fax(833) 950-2282
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 code288

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

Appealing a disability decision from the Bristol office

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

Hearing officeRoanoke, VA(866) 592-3548
Average processing time8.3 mo252 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings54%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 Bristol Social Security office?

The Bristol, VA Social Security office phone number is (866) 504-5013 and its fax is (833) 950-2282. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the Bristol 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 Bristol?

3280 Lee Highway, Bristol, VA 24202.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the Bristol office?

SSA lists the Bristol field office among those served by the Roanoke Hearing Office (Roanoke, VA). Its average processing time is about 8.3 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.