If you’ve ever tried to reach a large financial institution by phone, you know the drill: a long menu, transfers, and sometimes a dead end. USAA is different — its main customer service number, 800-531-8722, connects directly to a member service team that handles banking, insurance, and claims.

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Main phone number: 800-531-8722 ·
Alternate number: 210-531-8722 ·
Hours (Mon–Fri): 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. CT ·
Hours (Saturday): 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CT ·
TTY: Dial 711

Quick snapshot

1Phone Support
2Online & Mobile
  • Secure messaging via USAA.com or app (USAA Claims Center)
  • 24/7 account access (USAA Customer Service and Support)
  • File claims online (USAA Claims Center)
3Mail
  • 9800 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78288 (USAA Guide to Benefits)
  • Privacy correspondence: 9800 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78288‑0020 (USAA News)
4Claims & Roadside
  • Claims: 800-531-8722 (24/7) (USAA Claims Center)
  • Roadside assistance: 800-531-8555 (24/7) (USAA Customer Service and Support)

Six contact details, one pattern: USAA funnels most member service through a single main number, but specialized lines exist for claims, roadside, and a separate benefits program.

Label Value
Main phone number 800-531-8722 (800-531-USAA)
Alternate number 210-531-8722
Hours (Mon–Fri) 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. CT
Hours (Saturday) 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CT
TTY Dial 711
Mailing address 9800 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78288
The upshot

USAA’s contact page is a one-stop shop for the main number, but it pushes members toward the app and website for routine tasks. If you need a human, the phone line is the most reliable path — and it’s not open 24/7 for general questions.

What are USAA customer service hours?

Weekday hours

  • Monday–Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. CT (USAA Customer Service and Support)

Saturday hours

  • Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CT (USAA Customer Service and Support)

Sunday and holiday hours

  • Closed Sunday and major holidays (USAA Customer Service and Support)
  • Hours may vary for claims or roadside assistance (USAA Customer Service and Support)

The pattern: general customer service keeps standard business hours, but claims and roadside break the mold. The implication: if you need help after 6 p.m. CT on a weekday, your only option is claims or roadside — or the automated system.

Is USAA customer service available 24/7?

24/7 claims support

  • Claims can be reported 24/7 by phone (USAA Claims Center)

24/7 roadside assistance

  • Roadside assistance is available 24/7 (USAA Customer Service and Support)

Online and mobile app availability

  • Online account access and mobile app are always available (USAA Customer Service and Support)

What this means: the general customer service line is not round-the-clock, but the two most urgent needs — claims and roadside — are always covered. The trade-off: non-urgent banking or policy questions must wait until business hours.

Why this matters

A member who loses a debit card at 10 p.m. on Sunday can’t call the main number for a replacement. But they can report the card lost through the app or call the automated line — a distinction that isn’t obvious until you need it.

What is the USAA auto insurance phone number?

Auto insurance new quotes

  • Use 800-531-8722 for general auto insurance (USAA Customer Service and Support)

Auto insurance policy service

  • Same number for policy changes, billing questions (USAA Customer Service and Support)

Auto insurance claims

  • Claims phone number is also 800-531-8722 (USAA Claims Center)
  • Specific department numbers may be provided after login (USAA Customer Service and Support)

The catch: USAA uses a single number for both sales and service. Once you’re logged in, the system may route you to a dedicated team, but externally it’s one number for all.

What is the USAA claims phone number?

Auto claims

  • Claims phone number: 800-531-8722 (USAA Claims Center)
  • Available 24/7 for claims reporting (USAA Claims Center)

Property claims

  • Same number: 800-531-8722 (USAA Claims Center)

Life insurance claims

  • Same number for life insurance claims (USAA Customer Service and Support)
  • Have policy number ready when calling (USAA Claims Center)

The pattern: USAA centralizes claims under the same main number, but the Guide to Benefits program uses a separate line: 844-288-2141 (USAA Guide to Benefits). If you’re calling for a specific benefit, check your paperwork first.

How can I contact USAA by email?

Secure messaging through online account

  • USAA does not provide a public email address for customer service (USAA Customer Service and Support)
  • Members can send secure messages through the USAA website or app (USAA Customer Service and Support)

No publicly listed email address

  • Mailing address: 9800 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78288 (USAA News)

The trade-off: USAA prioritizes security over convenience. Without a public email, there’s no risk of phishing, but members who prefer email are forced into the secure messaging portal. For sensitive documents, the mailing address is the fallback.

How to Reach USAA Customer Service: Step by Step

  1. Call the main number. Dial 800-531-8722 during business hours (Mon–Fri 7am–6pm CT, Sat 8am–4:30pm CT). For 24/7 claims or roadside, call the same number — the automated system routes you appropriately (USAA Customer Service and Support).
  2. Use the USAA mobile app. Download the USAA app from the App Store or Google Play. Log in to send secure messages, file claims, or view account details. The app is available 24/7 (USAA Customer Service and Support).
  3. Send a secure message. On USAA.com or the app, navigate to the “Contact Us” section. You can type a message and receive a response within one business day (USAA Customer Service and Support).
  4. Mail a letter. For formal correspondence, send to: USAA, 9800 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78288. For privacy matters, use the same address with ZIP+4 78288‑0020 (USAA News).
Bottom line: USAA members who need after-hours support must use the claims line or app, while those who prefer email must use the secure portal.

Confirmed facts

  • Phone numbers 800-531-8722 and 210-531-8722 are active (USAA Customer Service and Support)
  • Hours are Monday–Friday 7am–6pm CT, Saturday 8am–4:30pm CT (USAA Customer Service and Support)
  • No public email address exists (USAA Customer Service and Support)
  • Claims and roadside assistance are available 24/7 (USAA Claims Center)

What’s unclear

What USAA members say

Call us at 800-531-USAA (8722).

— USAA Customer Service and Support (Accessibility page)

Please contact us at 800-531-8722 … you may also reach us by mail at 9800 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78288‑0020.

— USAA News (Privacy Notice)

The consistency across USAA’s own pages reinforces the message: one number for most needs, with a mail address for formal correspondence. The oddity is the lack of a dedicated email option — a gap that the secure messaging portal only partially fills.

For members who need to reach USAA from outside the US, the support page lists an international dialing string: 0011-800-531-87220 (USAA Customer Service and Support). This is a toll-free option for international callers, but it’s not widely advertised. The pattern: USAA’s contact infrastructure is designed for domestic members first, with international access as an afterthought.

Additional sources

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Frequently asked questions

Can I text USAA customer service?

USAA does not offer a public text line. The best alternative is the secure messaging feature in the app or website. (USAA Customer Service and Support)

Does USAA have a mobile app for customer service?

Yes, the USAA mobile app allows you to manage accounts, file claims, send secure messages, and access customer service. It’s available 24/7. (USAA Customer Service and Support)

How do I contact USAA for fraud or lost card?

Call 800-531-8722 immediately. The line is available 24/7 for fraud and lost card reports. (USAA Customer Service and Support)

What is the USAA international phone number?

For international callers, dial 0011-800-531-87220 (toll-free from many countries). Alternatively, call 210-531-8722 (standard rates apply). (USAA Customer Service and Support)

How to reach USAA roadside assistance?

Dial 800-531-8555. This line is available 24/7. (USAA Customer Service and Support)

Is there a USAA customer service number for military members overseas?

Yes, the international number 0011-800-531-87220 is designed for overseas callers. You can also use the USAA app or website. (USAA Customer Service and Support)

How to update my contact information with USAA?

Log in to USAA.com or the app and go to “Profile & Settings.” You can update your phone number, email, and address online. (USAA Customer Service and Support)

Related reading

For USAA members, the choice is clear: dial the main number during business hours for most needs, or use the 24/7 claims line and app for emergencies. If you’re overseas, the international toll-free number is your best bet. The trade-off for security is a limited set of contact options — but the ones that exist are reliable and well-documented, meaning members must adapt their outreach strategy to the time of day and urgency of their issue.