How Do You Receive Deceased Husbands Social Security?
The surviving widow or widower of a deceased spouse who paid at least 40 quarters (or 10 years) of Social Security taxes may qualify for all or part of the deceased’s Society Security benefits. You also may qualify for a lump sum death payment of $255. Divorced spouses of deceased Social Security earners may also qualify for benefits. You can apply for your spouse’s retirement benefits over the phone by calling 1-800-772-1213, over the Internet by going to www.ssa.gov, and in person at your local U.S. Social Security Administration office. Be prepared to provide information including your and your spouse’s Social Security numbers; dates of birth, marriage and death; bank account information if you wish to have your benefits deposited directly into your account. You may also be asked to provide documents for your application including your marriage license, your spouse’s death certificate, your birth certificate, proof of U.S. citizenship and W-2s from the last year your spouse worked.
