Say goodbye to Social Security in 2025: Failing to meet these conditions could cost you your benefits
Every month, the Social Security Administration (SSA) sends millions of payments to beneficiaries of its programs. The funds are automatically transferred to a linked bank account or mailed to a previously registered address.
Most of these beneficiaries are retired US workers, but non-citizens residing in the United States can also receive Social Security benefits. To do so, they must have a valid Social Security Number (SSN).
According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), all non-citizens who are legal residents or those with a valid visa to live in the US are eligible to apply for one of three types of SSNs: SSN for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents, SSN for Workers, or SSN for Special Cases.
If you meet this requirement and the SSA approves your application, you can begin receiving Social Security benefits, even if you’re not a US citizen. However, there are certain rules to follow if you want to keep receiving your payments.
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New Social Security rule: Non-citizens could lose benefits in 2025
Starting in 2025, the Social Security Administration will suspend payments to non-citizen beneficiaries who stay outside of the US for more than six consecutive months. Payments will only resume once the individual returns to the US and remains there for at least one month.
“If we suspend your payments, they won’t restart until you return to the U.S. and stay for a full calendar month,” explains the SSA.
To avoid disruption of your benefits, it’s recommended to limit extended international travel and ensure that your work authorization and SSN remain valid while abroad.
For more details, visit the official SSA website.
Original article written by Daniela Barrera, translated with the assistance of AI and edited by Greg Heilman.
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