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Social Security Offices Near Van Buren, AR

Where Is the Social Security Office Nearest Van Buren, AR?

SSA assigns Van Buren, AR's ZIP code, 72956, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, about 6.9 miles away, phone (866) 931-8374, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Closest Social Security Offices to Van Buren, AR

Straight-line distance from the center of Van Buren (U.S. Census Gazetteer) to each office's address (U.S. Census Bureau geocoder). Office hours and phone numbers from SSA's office data, checked against SSA's Office Locator on October 1, 2026; confirm with SSA's Office Locator before you go.

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Which Social Security Office Serves Your ZIP Code in Van Buren?

SSA assigns Van Buren's ZIP code, 72956, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office in Ft Smith. SSA assigns offices by ZIP code, so the office to use is the one listed for your ZIP.

Social Security office assigned to each ZIP code in Van Buren
ZIP codeOffice SSA assignsDistance
72956Fort Smith Social Security Office for ZIP code 729568.1 miles

ZIP code 72956 goes to the Fort Smith Social Security Office, 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith.

Assigned offices from SSA's Office Locator, looked up by ZIP code on October 1, 2026. ZIP codes are those whose area overlaps Van Buren (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Areas). Distance is straight-line, from the center of the ZIP code to the office.

Social Security Offices Near Areas Around Van Buren

Where people in nearby communities go, and how far it is. Each area's office is the one SSA assigns to its ZIP codes.

Social Security Office Near Fort Smith

Fort Smith is about 7.1 miles south of central Van Buren. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (72901, 72903, 72904, 72908, 72916 and 72923) to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Alma

Alma is about 8.4 miles east of central Van Buren. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72921, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Lavaca

Lavaca is about 13 miles southeast of central Van Buren. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72941, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Ft Smith

Ft Smith is about 6.9 miles south of central Van Buren. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72903, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Social Security Office Near Barling

Barling is about 9.4 miles southeast of central Van Buren. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (72923 and 72941) to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Cedarville

Cedarville is about 9.2 miles north of central Van Buren. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72932, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Kibler

Kibler is about 6.9 miles east of central Van Buren. SSA assigns its ZIP codes (72921 and 72956) to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Social Security Office Near Central City

Central City is about 10 miles southeast of central Van Buren. SSA assigns its ZIP code, 72941, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office at 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

How to Get an Appointment at the Fort Smith Social Security Office

SSA asks you to make an appointment before you visit an office. You can schedule one online on SSA's appointment page by answering a few questions; the appointment may be by phone or in person, and you can change or cancel it from the confirmation email or text.

To book by phone, call the Fort Smith Social Security Office at (866) 931-8374, or SSA's national number, 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time. Help is available in English, Spanish and other languages.

See office hours and appointments for the best times to call and visit.

Video Appointments Near Van Buren

SSA also meets people by video at partner sites: Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah (about 46 miles). Ask an office whether a video appointment fits your visit.

Can You Skip the Trip?

You can often replace a card, update your address or get a benefit letter online with a my Social Security account. If you need to go in, check what to bring.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where Is the Social Security Office in Van Buren?

There isn't an office in Van Buren, AR itself. The closest is the Fort Smith Social Security Office, 6801 Dallas Street, Ft Smith, AR 72903, about 6.9 miles away.

Which Social Security Office Serves My ZIP Code in Van Buren?

SSA assigns Van Buren's ZIP code, 72956, to the Fort Smith Social Security Office in Ft Smith. SSA assigns offices by ZIP code, and the assigned office isn't always the closest one. Look up your ZIP code in the table on this page or in SSA's Office Locator.

What Are Social Security Office Hours Near Van Buren?

The Fort Smith Social Security Office is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, according to SSA's office data (checked against SSA's Office Locator on October 1, 2026). Offices close on weekends and federal holidays.

What Is the Phone Number for the Social Security Office Near Van Buren?

SSA lists (866) 931-8374 for the Fort Smith Social Security Office. SSA's national number is 1-800-772-1213.

How Do I Make an Appointment at the Social Security Office Near Van Buren?

Schedule online on SSA's appointment page, where the appointment may be by phone or in person, or call the Fort Smith Social Security Office at (866) 931-8374 or SSA at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time. SSA asks you to make an appointment before visiting an office.

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Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, field office and resident station data (updated March 9, 2026)
  2. SSA Office Locator (offices and ZIP code assignments, checked October 1, 2026)
  3. U.S. Census Bureau: geocoder, 2023 Gazetteer files and 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Area relationship files
  4. SSA: Make an appointment
  5. SSA: Contact by phone
  6. SSA: Office locator guidance (appointments and Card Centers)

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