💡 Before You Download
- All forms link directly to the official SSA.gov website — always use the most current version.
- Most SSDI applications are now completed online at ssa.gov — paper forms are used for appeals and supplemental info.
- Medical source statements (RFC forms) are completed by your doctor, not by you.
- If you're unsure which forms apply to your situation, get a free case review — we'll tell you exactly what you need.
Initial Application Forms
Forms used when first applying for SSDI benefits
Application for Disability Insurance Benefits
The main application form for SSDI. In most cases you'll complete this online through SSA's website, but the paper version is available if needed. This officially starts your SSDI claim.
Adult Disability Report
One of the most important forms in your application. You describe your medical conditions, how they limit your ability to work, your work history, education, and daily activities. SSA uses this to evaluate your claim. Be thorough — vague answers lead to denials.
Work History Report
Documents your jobs from the past 15 years — duties, physical demands, hours, and wages. SSA uses this to determine if your conditions prevent you from doing your past work or any other work.
Authorization to Disclose Information to SSA
HIPAA authorization that allows your doctors, hospitals, and treatment providers to release your medical records to Social Security. You'll sign multiple copies — one for each treating provider.
Disability Report — Appeal
Used when appealing a denial. You update SSA on any changes to your medical conditions, treatments, doctors, or work activity since your last application. Required at the reconsideration and hearing levels.
Function Reports
Forms that describe how your conditions affect your daily life and activities
Activities of Daily Living — Adult Function Report
Describes how your conditions affect daily activities: personal care, cooking, housework, social activities, concentration, memory, and following instructions. SSA uses this to assess your residual functional capacity (RFC).
Third Party Function Report
Completed by someone who knows you well — a family member, friend, or caregiver. They describe how your conditions affect your daily life from an outside perspective. A strong third party report can significantly strengthen your claim.
Appeals Forms
Forms for challenging a denial — you have 60 days from the denial date to appeal
Request for Reconsideration
The first level of appeal after an initial denial. Must be filed within 60 days of receiving your denial notice. A different SSA examiner reviews your case. Most reconsiderations are also denied — don't stop here, keep appealing.
Request for Hearing by Administrative Law Judge
The second (and most important) level of appeal — a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Approval rates at ALJ hearings are significantly higher than at the initial or reconsideration levels. Having representation at this stage dramatically improves outcomes.
Request for Review by Appeals Council
The third level of appeal after an ALJ denial. The Appeals Council reviews whether the ALJ made a legal error. This level has low approval rates but is a required step before filing in federal court.
Disability Report — Appeal (Updated Medical Info)
Submitted along with your appeal forms to update SSA on new doctors, new treatments, hospitalizations, or worsening conditions since your last submission. Submit one with every level of appeal.
Representative & Authorization Forms
Forms for appointing someone to represent you in your SSDI claim
Appointment of Representative
Formally appoints your representative (attorney, EDPNA, or non-attorney representative) to act on your behalf with SSA. Once filed, SSA communicates directly with your representative and your fee agreement is on record. Required to have legal representation on file.
Fee Agreement for Representation
The fee agreement between you and your representative. SSA must approve it. For SSDI, fees are capped by federal law at 25% of back pay, not to exceed $9,200. SSA withholds the fee directly — you never write a check to your representative.
Continuing Disability & Benefits Forms
Forms for after you've been approved — reviews, overpayments, and work activity
Continuing Disability Review Report
SSA periodically reviews approved cases to confirm you still qualify for benefits. This form updates them on your current conditions, treatments, doctors, and any work activity. Respond promptly — failure to respond can result in termination of benefits.
Work Activity Report
If you work while receiving SSDI benefits, SSA may ask you to complete this form. It documents your job duties, hours, wages, and any accommodations. Working above Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) levels can affect your benefits.
Request for Waiver of Overpayment Recovery
If SSA says you were overpaid and demands repayment, this form requests a waiver — arguing the overpayment wasn't your fault and repayment would cause financial hardship. File this immediately upon receiving an overpayment notice.
No forms found for that search.
Try searching by form number (e.g. "3368") or keyword (e.g. "appeal").
Have a question about which form you need? Get a free case review →