In the ever-evolving landscape of U.S. federal benefits, a significant shift in SSA overseas travel records access has captured the attention of millions of seniors relying on Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Effective in early January 2026, the Social Security Administration updated its Evidence of Foreign Travel – Foreign Travel Data Application, moving beyond self-reporting to leverage direct data from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This change formalizes DHS data sharing for verifying entry and exit records through systems like the Arrival and Departure Information System (ADIS), directly impacting enforcement of the longstanding SSI 30-day rule. For SSI recipients—many of…