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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.
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. Ready To Retire? Start your application today.
You can apply online for retirement or spouse's benefits or continue an application you already started. You must be at least 61 years and 9 months old and want your benefits to start no more than 4 months in the future.
You can apply for retirement benefits up to 4 months before you want to start receiving your benefits. Even if you are not ready to retire, you still should sign up for Medicare 3 months before your 65th birthday.
You can apply: Online; or; By calling our national toll-free service at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) or visiting your local Social Security office. Call ahead to make an appointment. If you do not live in the U.S. or one of its territories, you can also contact your nearest U.S. Social Security office, U.S. Embassy or consulate.
You can apply online for: 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.
Our online application makes it easy to apply for benefits. Plan for your future and understand how Social Security fits into your retirement. Ready to apply? Get everything you need to know about the process and start your application. Already receiving retirement benefits? Go here for resources to maximize your retirement.
Our website offers a convenient way to apply for benefits 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. Are age 18 or older.
Looking for U.S. government information and services? Visit USA.gov. Official website of the U.S. Social Security Administration.