Does Ticket to Work Affect SSI?
James Craig
Published Mar 24, 2026
The Ticket to Work program pays for services to help you find paid work – it is not linked to special jobs for Social Security beneficiaries. The new Ticket to Work program rules have been in effect since July 21, 2008. Most adult SSI and SSDI beneficiaries can now use the Ticket to Work program.
What is Ticket to Work on Social Security?
Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program is a free and voluntary program available to people ages 18 through 64 who are blind or have a disability and who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
How much can you make on the Ticket to Work Program 2020?
The Ticket to Work program lets you keep your SSA wages as long as you earn less than the federal benefit and SSI wage limit for SSI. In 2020, the limit for both is $783.
How much can you make on the Ticket to Work Program 2021?
*In 2021, we consider you to be working for the trial work period if your earnings are over $940 per month. **In 2021 we consider earnings over $1,310 (over $2,190 if you are blind) to be substantial.
How many hours are you allowed to work on Social Security?
Social Security typically allows up to 45 hours of work per month if you’re self-employed and on SSDI. That comes out to around 10 hours per week. The SSA will also see whether or not you’re the only person working for your business. You must not be earning SGA, along with not working too many hours.
How much money can I make on Ticket to Work?
During the trial work period, there are no limits on your earnings. During the 36-month extended period of eligibility, you usually can make no more than $1,310 ($2,190 if you are blind) a month Page 8 5 in 2021 or your benefits will stop. These amounts are known as Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA).
What does it mean when your Ticket to Work is terminated?
(a) Your ticket will terminate if and when you are no longer eligible to participate in the Ticket to Work program. If your ticket terminates, you may not assign or reassign it to an EN or State VR agency.
How much money can you make with Ticket to Work?
