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Social Security · Reno, NV

What to Expect at the Reno Social Security Office

1170 Harvard Way, Reno, NV 89502Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

A typical visit has four steps: security, check-in, waiting and a meeting with an SSA employee.

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What happens at the Reno Social Security office

  1. Security. Federal offices screen visitors at the entrance; leave anything that could be considered a weapon at home.
  2. Check-in. Say whether you have an appointment and why you came. Follow the instructions posted at the entrance.
  3. Waiting. You are called by number or name; appointments go first.
  4. Interview. An SSA employee reviews your documents. Ask for a receipt or written confirmation.

Practical tips

  • Bring all originals in one folder and a list of questions.
  • If you need an interpreter, SSA provides one free: ask when you schedule.

Last reviewed: October 15, 2026. Office address, phone and hours come from the Social Security Administration field office list. Rules and services can change: confirm on ssa.gov before you go.