Social Security Survivors Insurance | Social Security Administration
Eligibility
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
Required documents
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
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
800-722-1213
Voice·
Toll-free National Line
800-325-0778
Voice·
TTY
Website
https://www.ssa.govLanguages
English, Spanish; Interpreters for other languages can be provided.
Application process
Call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) during operating hours or visit website for more information at www.ssa.gov/survivor
Fees
No fees
Service area
All ZIP Codes, All States
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.
Last Assured
04/13/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Social Security Administration
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.