United States · SSA
Form SSA-827 — Authorization to Disclose Information to the Social Security Administration
Form SSA-827 authorizes doctors, hospitals and schools to release your records to the SSA for a disability claim.
Fill SSA-827 now — free to try
Filled entirely on your computer. Your SSN and personal details are never uploaded.
Who needs SSA-827?
Disability (SSDI/SSI) applicants — the SSA cannot collect your medical evidence without this signed authorization.
How to fill it with DocsArc
- Open SSA-827 in the DocsArc workspace with one click above.
- Click any field and type — form fields are detected automatically, and you can add text anywhere.
- Sign it if needed: draw, type or upload your signature, with an automatic date line.
- Save or print. The finished PDF never left your computer.
Frequently asked questions
How long is it valid?
Generally 12 months from the date you sign, or until your claim is decided.
Always verify you have the current version: official SSA page
This U.S. federal form is in the public domain. DocsArc is an independent tool and is not affiliated with SSA.