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Learn how to apply. Check eligibility if you're not sure what to apply for. Apply for Medicare if you only need health insurance right now. Different ways to apply for Social Security benefits.
This page will guide you through the process of applying for retirement benefits when you’re ready to take that step. Our online application is a convenient way to apply on your own schedule, without an appointment. You can also apply by phone or by appointment at a Social Security office.
Even if you are not ready to retire, you still should sign up for Medicare 3 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.
Today, you can apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits online, check the status of an application or appeal, request a replacement Social Security card (in most areas), print a benefit verification letter, and more – from anywhere and from any of your devices!
You can complete an application for retirement, spouse's, Medicare, or disability benefits online. If you cannot submit your application online, call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m..
You can apply online for: Retirement or Spouse’s Benefits. You can apply up to four months before you want your retirement benefits to start. You must be at least age 62 for the entire month to be eligible to receive benefits. If you were born on the first or second day of the month, you meet this requirement in the month of your 62nd birthday.
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. Many of our notices are now available online.
You can apply online for: Retirement or Spouse’s Benefits – You must be at least 61 years and 9 months in age and want your benefits to start in no more than four months. Check out our Apply for Benefits page for information on how to apply. Disability Benefits – You can use our online application to apply for disability benefits if you:
Even if you are not ready to retire, you still should sign up for Medicare 3 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.
You can file for any type of Social Security benefit by phone at 800-772-1213 or in person at your local Social Security office. For retirement, spousal and disability benefits, you can also apply online, in which case it helps to have a My Social Security account.