Follow the steps to fill out the SSA-7163 correctly.

1. Click 'Get Form' button to obtain the SSA-7163 form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin filling out the form by providing your name and the Social Security claim number of the worker receiving benefits. This information establishes the connection between the form and the correct benefits.
3. In section 1, provide detailed information about your employment or self-employment outside the United States. Include the name and address of your employer or indicate 'self' and provide the address of your trade or business. Specify the work period and the type of business.
4. In section 2, list any months during the work periods in which you worked 45 hours or less. Explain the reasons for this limitation. If there is an employment agreement stating 45 hours or less, be prepared to attach supporting documents.
5. If applicable, proceed to section 3 to determine if your employment was covered under the United States Social Security program. Indicate 'Yes' or 'No.' If 'Yes,' provide the total wages earned for each year during the work period.
6. If you are currently employed, estimate your gross wages for the current year and provide that information.
7. In section 4, answer the questions about your self-employment status, including whether you were a legal resident or citizen of the United States while self-employed.
8. Section 5 requires you to confirm if you filed income tax returns with the United States Internal Revenue Service for all relevant years. If 'Yes,' attach necessary documents like Schedule C or SE of your tax return.
9. If you have not filed your taxes, provide a detailed breakdown of your gross receipts, business expenses, and net earnings for each relevant year in section 5.
10. Complete section 6 if currently self-employed, reporting your expected net earnings for this year.
11. Utilize the REMARKS section to provide any additional explanations or information needed to clarify answers.
12. Sign and date the form in the designated area, ensuring all signatures are written in ink. Include a contact telephone number and mailing address.
13. If signing by mark (X), two witnesses must sign the form, including their addresses.
14. Review all provided information for accuracy, then save changes, download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Complete your SSA-7163 form online today to ensure timely processing of your benefits.