The Social Security Administration (SSA) is rolling out new identity verification rules to combat fraud, especially concerning direct deposit changes and benefit claims.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced it is moving back a deadline requiring stronger ID verification measures for beneficiaries looking to make changes. The new rules will require people looking to apply for benefits or update information such as their direct deposit account numbers to do so in person or via the “my Social Security” tool online — and no longer over the phone.

The Social Security Administration has a new identity proofing requirements coming into effect in April. What to know.