Notify Social Security Of Death

If the eligible surviving spouse or child is not currently receiving benefits, they must apply for this payment within two years of the date of death. For more information about this lump-sum payment, contact your local Social Security office or call 1-800-772-1213 ( TTY 1-800-325-0778).

The Social Security office automatically notifies Medicare of the death. If the deceased was receiving Social Security payments, the payment for the month of the death must be returned to Social Security.

En espanol Only the widow, widower or child of a Social Security beneficiary can collect the $255 death benefit. Priority goes to a surviving spouse if any of the following apply: The widow or widower was living with the deceased at the time of death.

Form SSA-8 Information You Need To Apply For Lump Sum Death Benefit. You can apply for benefits by calling our national toll-free service at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) or by visiting your local Social Security office.

Your Social Security number and the deceased worker's Social Security number. A death certificate. (Generally, the funeral director provides a statement that can be used for this purpose.) Proof of the deceased worker's earnings for last year (W-2 forms or self- employment tax return).

Claim for Funeral Benefit (SSS Form BPN-103) Filer's Affidavit (Sinumpaang Sanaysay) Death certificate duly certified by the Local Civil Registrar. Official Receipt of payment issued by the funeral parlor. Affidavit of funeral expenses. Photo of filer and valid IDs.

You should notify us immediately when a person dies.You should give the funeral home the deceased person's Social Security number if you want them to make the report. If you need to report a death or apply for benefits, call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).

Your Social Security number and the deceased worker's Social Security number. A death certificate. (Generally, the funeral director provides a statement that can be used for this purpose.) Proof of the deceased worker's earnings for last year (W-2 forms or self- employment tax return).

To report the death of a person with Medicare: Make sure you have the person's Social Security Number. Call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY: 1-800-325-0778)