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How Are my Social Security Survivor Benefits Affected if I Remarry?

How Are my Social Security Survivor Benefits Affected if I Remarry?

Q: Will I lose my deceased husband's benefits if I remarry?

If you remarry before age 60, you will generally lose eligibility for survivor benefits based on your deceased husband's record. However, if you remarry at age 60 or older, you can continue to receive those benefits. If your new marriage ends, you may be able to restart your survivor benefits.

Q: Can I still get my deceased husband's Social Security if I remarry?

Yes, you can continue to receive your deceased husband's Social Security benefits if you remarry after age 60. If you remarry before that age, you will typically lose those benefits. It's essential to check with the Social Security Administration for personalized advice based on your situation.

Q: Do you get money when your husband dies?

Yes, if your husband was eligible for Social Security benefits, you may receive survivor benefits upon his death. The amount you receive depends on his earnings record and your relationship to him. To determine your eligibility and the amount, contact the Social Security Administration.

Full question:

If I marry after the death of my husband and I am receiving ss from my deceased husband combined with mine,how can I find out how much I would then received? Thank you.

Category: Social Security
Date: 04/07/2025
State: Arizona

Answer:

If you get married or divorced, your Social Security benefits may be affected, depending on the kind of benefits you receive.

If your benefits are stopped because of marriage or remarriage, they may be started again if the marriage ends.

The chart below includes examples.

If you get: Then:

Your own retirement benefits Your benefits will continue

Spouse's benefits Your benefits will continue if you get divorced and you are age 62 or older unless you were married less than 10 years.

Widow's or widower's benefits Your benefits will continue if you remarry when you are age 60 or older.

Any other kind of benefits Generally, your benefits will stop when you get married. Your benefits may be started again if the marriage ends.

Please see the information at the following links:

http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10084.html
http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10077.html
http://www.socialsecurity.gov/survivorplan/ifyou.htm

This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.

FAQs

Does second wife get Social Security from deceased husband?

Yes, a second wife may be eligible for Social Security benefits based on her deceased husband's work record. However, eligibility depends on several factors, including the duration of the marriage and the age at which she remarries. If she remarries before age 60, her survivor benefits may be affected. It's best to contact the Social Security Administration for specific guidance based on individual circumstances.

What disqualifies you from survivor benefits for Social Security?

You may be disqualified from receiving survivor benefits if you remarry before age 60, unless you are receiving benefits based on your own work record. Additionally, if your marriage to the deceased spouse lasted less than nine months, you may not qualify for survivor benefits. Other factors, such as not meeting age or relationship criteria, can also affect eligibility.