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Can I Get My Deceased Husband's SS Now At Age 58?

HeavenO I am Katie I am 58.My 88Husband past on August 312016 weave been married for 27 year's can I get his SS now



Hi Katie,

I'm sorry for your loss.

Unless you're disabled or you have an eligible child in your care, the earliest that you could qualify for survivor benefits on your deceased husband's Social Security record is at age 60 (https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/handbook/handbook.04/handbook-0401.html).

Best, Jerry

Posted:
April 20, 2020