Create your personal my Social Security account todayA free and secure my Social Security account provides personalized tools for everyone, whether you receive benefits or not. You can use your account to request a replacement Social Security card, check the status of an application, estimate future benefits, or manage the benefits you already receive. Show
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What Documents Do You Need to Apply for Retirement Benefits? (En español)We request different documents depending on your circumstances. You can help by being ready to provide the information and documents listed below. You can also use our
Checklist For The Online Medicare, Retirement, And Spouses Application to help you gather the information you need to apply. Documents we may ask for include: If our records show you’ve already provided proof of age or citizenship or lawful alien status for an earlier Medicare or
Social Security claim, you do not need to submit the documents again. We will return all documents and photocopies unless specifically told otherwise. Even if you don't have everything, don't delay applying for Social Security retirement benefits. You can provide the missing documents later. We may be able to help you get them. In many cases, your local Social Security
office can contact your state Bureau of Vital Statistics and verify your information online at no cost to you or find other ways to get the information we need. If you delay signing up, you could lose some benefits you may be due. You can apply for retirement benefits up to four months before you want to start receiving your benefits. Even if you are not ready to retire, you still should sign up for Medicare three months before your 65th birthday. The easiest and most convenient way to apply for retirement benefits is by using our online application. You will need to create or log in to your personal my Social Security account. If we are not able to process your request, you will receive specific information on how to contact us by phone or schedule an appointment. You can also apply by calling us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or visiting your local Social Security Office. (Call first to make an appointment.) If you live outside of the United States, you can find the office that serves your country of residence on the Social Security Office of Earnings & International Operations page. For more information, go to Apply for Retirement Benefits
Social Security is part of the retirement plan for almost every American worker. It provides replacement income for qualified retirees and their families. This section of our website helps you better understand the program, the application process, and the online tools and resources available to you. Ready To Retire?Our online application makes it easy to apply for benefits. Social Security Matters Our blog — Social Security Matters — is the place to find in-depth articles and insights into our programs, online services, current events, and human-interest stories Fraud Prevention And Reporting Learn more about what we are doing to help prevent fraud and understand what steps you can take to help minimize your own risk. Retirement FAQs see all
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