How to apply you can apply for disability benefits online or if you prefer you can apply by calling our toll free number 1 800 772 1213our representatives there can make an appointment for your application to be taken over the telephone or at any convenient social security office people who are deaf or hard of hearing may call our toll free tty number 1 800 325 0778 between 800 am . Homepage for social security site where you can apply for disability and ssi benefits. Ways to apply you can complete an application for retirement spouses medicare or disability benefits online if you cannot submit your application online you can call us at 1 800 772 1213 tty 1 800 325 0778 or due to the covid 19 pandemic visits to our offices are by appointment only for certain services. You will then sign into your my social security account or you will be prompted to create one complete the application you can use the online application to apply for disability benefits if you are age 18 or older are not currently receiving benefits on your own social security record