Hey, I need an explanation regarding my social security credits.
Of course. You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.
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Well, it's a bit complicated. I'm disabled and need to know how many credits I need for social security.
To name an example, if you become disabled at age 27, you would need 3 years of work 12 credits out of the past 6 years between ages 21 and 27.
Alright, but what if I'm statutorily blind?
In that case you must only meet the duration of work test.
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How many credits do I need for retirement benefits if I was born in 1983?
You need 40 credits to qualify for retirement.
I see. Is there anything else you can tell me about the credits I need for retirement?
Were you born after 1928?
Yes, I said so before. In 1983.
In that case you need 40 credits to qualify for retirement.
