If you wish to file your claim for Social Security benefits, you can visit your local Social Security Office; call the office on the phone, or visit www.ssa.gov, the Social Security Administration's website. In most cases, even if you begin your claim by phone or Internet, you will be required to visit a Social Security office at least one time to complete your filing for social security payments. Find your closest Social Security office by looking in the telephone book under the U.S. Government listings for the Social Security Administration, or for the Department of Health and Human Services. Additionally, you may simply go online to the website or call 800-772-1213. When you arrive for your appointment, bring the right documents to support your social security claim. Your social security number, birth certificate and most recent W-2 or tax returns are required. If you served in the military, you should bring your discharge papers. If you feel unsure about any part of the filing process, contact a professional social security attorney for assistance.