The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on local Social Security offices in Arkansas. These offices have been closed to the public for walk-ins for nearly two years, but the Social Security Administration recently announced the reopening of local field offices. The local offices in Arkansas are expected to reopen to the public in March 2022. More than 1,200 local offices across the country are expected to reopen at that time. During the pandemic closure, office visits were only available by appointment to the most crucial cases. Walk-ins should soon be allowed back in these offices as they reopen; however, masks will be required for both employees and visitors as part of continued COVID-19 safety protocols.