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   When does a survivor get a death benefit?

   • If the spouse or child was already receiving family benefits on the deceased’s record, the death benefit will typically be paid to them automatically once the death is reported to Social Security. If that is not the case, the survivor must apply for the death benefit within two years of the death.

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   Who gets a social security death benefit?

   • Only the widow, widower or child of a Social Security beneficiary can collect the $255 death benefit, also known as a lump-sum death payment. Priority goes to a surviving spouse if any of the following apply:

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   Who is eligible for Social Security benefits if a worker dies?

   • If you are the unmarried child under age 18 of a worker who dies, you can be eligible to receive Social Security survivors benefits. You can also be eligible, if you are up to age 19 and attending elementary or secondary school full time.

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   What if a person dies on social security?

   • We base your survivors benefit amount on the earnings of the person who died. The more they paid into Social Security, the higher your benefits would be. These are examples of the benefits that survivors may receive: Surviving spouse, full retirement age or older — 100% of the deceased worker's benefit amount.

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   Learn how to apply for survivors benefits if you or a family member dies. Find out who is eligible, what documents you need, and how to contact Social Security.

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   Oct 10, 2018 · Learn who can receive the $255 lump-sum death payment from Social Security and how to apply for it. Find out the priority order for surviving spouses and children, and the documents you may need to provide.

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   Learn how to apply for a special lump-sum death payment of $255 if you are a surviving spouse or child of a Social Security beneficiary. Find out the eligibility criteria, loan terms, and contact information for this federally funded benefit.

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   Frequently Asked Questions. Who is eligible to receive Social Security survivors benefits and how do I apply? A surviving spouse, surviving divorced spouse, unmarried child, or dependent parent may be eligible for monthly survivor benefits based on the deceased worker’s earnings.

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   Dec 16, 2021 · In the event of your death, certain members of your family may be eligible for survivors’ benefits. These include widows and widowers, divorced widows and widowers, children, and dependent parents. The amount of benefits your survivors receive depends on your lifetime earnings. The higher your earnings, the higher their benefits.