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The retirement benefits application process follows these general steps, whether you apply online, by phone, or in person: Gather the information and documents you need to apply. Complete and submit your application. We review your application and contact you if we need more information. We mail you a decision letter.
Ohio offers two retirement income credits for those with a modified adjusted gross income (less exemptions) of less than $100,000: a retirement income credit of up to $200, and a one-time lump-sum retirement credit if you have received a total, lump-sum distribution and have not claimed this credit before.
In Ohio, the retirement age follows federal guidelines, typically ranging from 65 to 67 based on the year of birth for non-government employees. Teachers and state workers may have different retirement age requirements due to their specific pension plans.
The easiest and most convenient way to apply for retirement benefits is by using our online application. You will need to create or log in to your personal my Social Security account.
What Documents Do You Need to Apply for Retirement Benefits? (En espaol) Your Social Security card or a record of your number. Your original birth certificate, a copy certified by the issuing agency, or other proof of your age. If you were not born in the U.S., proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status.
The Buckeye State is friendly to those 65 and older, with several tax breaks for seniors and no state tax on inheritances, estates or Social Security.
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) was amended in 1978 to prohibit mandatory retirement before age 70 in most occupations.
The current full retirement age is 67 years old for people attaining age 62 in 2025. (The age for Medicare eligibility remains at 65.)