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Can I Get My Ex-Spouse's Social Security When I Reach Age 62?

Hi Larry, I will be 62 next year I'm divorce ex will be 56 still working can i get his social security at 62 or do i have to wait until he get his social security

Hi. No. You can't qualify for divorced spousal benefits on the account of a living ex-spouse unless your ex is at least age 62 or is collecting Social Security retirement or disability (SSDI) benefits.

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Best, Jerry

Posted: 
Feb 13 2022 - 7:49am
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