Social Security Survivors Insurance | Social Security Administration
United States Citizen or Permanent Resident; Widows, widowers, and dependents of eligible workers; Specific eligibility can be found at www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10008.pdf
Varies based on the type of benefit you seek Visit website at www.ssa.gov/survivor View section titled 'Documents You Need to Apply,' (4) Select which benefit you are applying to find out required documents
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Toll-free National Line
English, Spanish; Interpreters available for other languages
Call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) during operating hours or visit website for more information at www.ssa.gov/survivor
No fees
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.
Social Security Administration
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.