You can receive Social Security benefits based on your earnings record if you are age 62 or older, or disabled or blind and have enough work credits. Family members who qualify for benefits on your work record do not need work credits.
How do I send documents to Social Security?
You may call the Social Security Electronic Records Express Help Desk at 1-866-691-3061 or send them an email at [email protected], or you should contact the office where you are sending the document or the office that requested the information.
How long does it take for a Social Security application to be approved?
Generally, it takes about 3 to 5 months to get a decision. However, the exact time depends on how long it takes to get your medical records and any other evidence needed to make a decision. * How does Social Security make the decision? We send your application to a state agency that makes disability decisions.
Do you need a certified birth record for Social Security?
Finally, do not bring in a copy of the certified birth record as the Social Security claims representative must see the actual certified birth record. If you do not have a birth record, the Social Security claims representative will give you a list of acceptable alternate evidence sources to establish your date of birth.
What do I need to apply for Social Security retirement?
Simply this. The retirement application process will be much smoother if you have a certified birth certificate. Additionally, if you are a permanent resident or naturalized citizen of the United States, you will need to provide a certified birth certificate from your birth country.
Do you need a birth certificate to apply for an US passport?
If your birth certificate does not meet these requirements and you wish to apply for a US passport, you may submit another primary proof of citizenship document.
What do you need to know about birth certificate?
Birth certificates are essential identifying records, also used to obtain other forms of ID, social benefits, like a Social Security Card, and even to enroll in school. If you have lost your birth certificate, if it’s damaged or destroyed, you will need to replace it.
