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SOCIAL SECURITY

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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.

Apply Online For Retirement Benefits


LEARN

Plan for your future and understand how Social Security fits into your
retirement.

 * How Retirement Benefits Work
 * Planning For Retirement
 * Deciding When To Start Retirement Benefits
 * What Else Affects Your Retirement Benefits


APPLY

Ready to apply? Get everything you need to know about the process and start your
application.

 * Before You Apply
 * How To Apply
 * Once You've Applied


MANAGE

Already receiving retirement benefits? Go here for resources to maximize your
retirement.

 * Understand Your Benefits
 * Inform Us Of Changes
 * Use Our Resources And Services To Stay In Control
 * Keep Your Information Secure


RETIREMENT ONLINE SERVICES

My Social Security Retirement Estimate Get personalized retirement benefit
estimates based on your actual earnings history.

Apply For Retirement Benefits Our online retirement application lets you apply
for retirement in as little as 15 minutes.

Return To A Saved Application Already started an application? Pick up where you
left off.

Check Your Application Status Confirm that we received your application, see if
we’ve made a decision, and more.

Calculators Section We have a variety of calculators to help you plan for the
future or estimate your needs now, with or without creating an online account.

See All Online Services

Create Your Own my Social Security Account Today

A free account lets you review your earnings history, get personalized estimates
of future benefits, and manage your benefits once they begin.

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

 * What is the eligibility for Social Security spouse’s benefits and my own
   retirement benefits?
 * What happens if I work and get Social Security retirement benefits?
 * How far in advance can I apply for Social Security retirement benefits?
 * When can I get Social Security retirement benefits?
 * At what age should I start receiving my Social Security retirement benefits?


QUICK LINKS

 * Benefits For Your Family
 * Full Retirement Age
 * Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Information
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RETIREMENT PUBLICATIONS SEE ALL

 * Retirement Benefits Overview
 * Your Retirement Checklist
 * When to Start Receiving Retirement Benefits
 * Windfall Elimination Provision
 * Government Pension Offset


RETIREMENT FORMS

 * Voluntary Tax Witholding Request
 * Replacement SSA-1099
 * Request For Withdrawal Of Application
 * Application For Retirement Benefits


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BENEFITS

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 * Survivors
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