Form SSA-2512, the Pre-1957 Military Service Federal Benefit Questionnaire, is used to gather information about pre-1957 military service that may affect entitlement to Social Security benefits. The main purpose of this form is to collect information from individuals who served in the military before 1957 and are eligible for special Social Security benefits.
Form SSA-25 serves as the Certification of Election for Reduced Spouse's Benefits. The primary purpose of this form is to allow spouses who are eligible for Social Security benefits based on their own work record and their spouse's work record to certify their election for reduced spouse's benefits. Spouses can choose to claim reduced benefits as early as age 62.
Form SSA-24, the Application for Survivors Benefits (Payable Under Title II of the Social Security Act), is used to apply for survivor benefits based on a deceased individual's work history. The primary purpose of this form is to allow survivors, such as widows, widowers, and dependent children, to claim benefits upon the death of a Social Security beneficiary.
Form SSA-21, the Supplement to Claim of Person Outside the United States, is used by individuals who reside outside the United States and wish to apply for certain Social Security benefits. The main purpose of this form is to supplement a claim for benefits and provide additional information required for processing the claim.
Form SSA-2032-BK serves as the Request for Waiver of Special Veterans Benefits (SVB) Overpayment Recovery or Change in Repayment Rate. The primary purpose of this form is to allow recipients of SVB to request a waiver of the recovery of overpayments or a change in the repayment rate if they believe they are not at fault and recovery would cause financial hardship.
Form SSA-2010, the Statement for Determining Continuing Entitlement for Special Veterans Benefits (SVB), is used to assess the continuing entitlement of special veterans' benefits provided to certain qualified individuals. The primary purpose of this form is to determine if individuals continue to meet the eligibility criteria for SVB.
For example, individuals receiving special veterans' benefits must periodically complete this form to assess their continuing entitlement to these benefits. The purpose is to ensure that only eligible individuals receive SVB payments.
Form SSA-1-BK, the Application for Retirement Insurance Benefits, is used to apply for retirement benefits from the Social Security Administration. The primary purpose of this form is to allow individuals to claim retirement benefits based on their work history and age.
For example, when someone reaches the age of eligibility for Social Security retirement benefits and wishes to start receiving these benefits, they would use this form to apply. The purpose is to establish their eligibility and initiate the retirement benefit payments.
Form SSA-199 is the Vocational Rehabilitation Provider Claim. The main purpose of this form is to allow vocational rehabilitation providers to claim payments for their services in assisting individuals with disabilities to prepare for and find employment.
For example, a vocational rehabilitation provider who has provided services to a disabled individual would use this form to claim payment for their services. The purpose is to establish a formal process for the provider to receive compensation for their vocational rehabilitation efforts.
Form SSA-1945, the Statement Concerning Your Employment in a Job Not Covered by Social Security, is used to report employment in positions not covered by Social Security. The primary purpose of this form is to provide information about employment that may affect the receipt of Social Security benefits, such as government pensions or other non-covered employment.
Form SSA-186 serves as the Temporary Institutionalization Statement to Maintain Household and Physician Certification. The main purpose of this form is to allow individuals to report temporary institutionalization and maintain their household certification for Social Security purposes.
