Follow the steps to complete the SSA-1199-JA form online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in your preferred document editor.
2. Begin by filling in your name and complete mailing address in Section 1. Make sure to include your Social Security claim number.
3. In the same section, provide a contact telephone number where you can be reached during day hours.
4. If applicable, fill out the box designated for the allotment of payment.
5. Read the payee certification statement carefully. By signing this section, you authorize the Social Security Administration to deposit payments into your chosen financial institution.
6. Sign and date the form in the designated areas.
7. If there is a joint account holder, the signature of that individual must also be included.
8. Move on to Section 2 and ensure the completed forms are directed to the Federal Benefits Unit at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo.
9. In Section 3, gather your bank details. Enter the name and address of your bank in Japan, along with the required account information.
10. Before submitting, confirm that your bank has certified your account in the designated area of Section 3.
11. Once all sections are completed and verified, save your changes. You can then download, print, or share the form as necessary.

Complete your SSA-1199-JA form online today to ensure your Social Security payments are deposited directly into your account.