Form SSA-8. Application for Lump-Sum Death Payment

Form SSA-8, the Application for Lump-Sum Death Payment, is used to request a one-time payment made upon the death of a Social Security beneficiary. The main purpose is to provide a mechanism for survivors or estate representatives to claim a lump-sum payment due to the death of a Social Security beneficiary.

An example scenario is when a family member or estate representative of a deceased Social Security beneficiary wants to claim the one-time death payment. The benefit is that it offers financial assistance to help with funeral and burial expenses.

The parties involved are the survivors or estate representatives and the SSA. The form typically collects information about the deceased beneficiary, the person claiming the payment, and information related to the death and funeral expenses.