Form SSA-3. Marriage Certification

Form SSA-3 is the Marriage Certification. The main purpose of this form is to document and certify a marriage for Social Security benefit purposes. It is used to establish the legal validity of a marriage when individuals are applying for benefits as a spouse or surviving spouse.

For example, when someone is applying for Social Security benefits as a surviving spouse, they may need to provide a certified marriage certificate to establish their relationship with the deceased. The purpose is to ensure that marriages are properly documented to determine eligibility for spousal benefits.

The parties involved are individuals applying for Social Security benefits as spouses or surviving spouses and the SSA. The form consists of sections for the applicant's information, marriage details, and certification. Submitting a certified marriage certificate is essential to establish the legal marriage for benefit eligibility.