If the disabled worker was receiving or entitled to receive SSDI, a surviving divorced spouse is entitled to SSDI benefits if she is 6o years or older, 50 years or older and disabled, or caring for her deceased ex-husband’s minor or disabled child. For more information, see our article on survivor benefits.
Can a divorced woman collect her ex-husband’s Social Security?
If you are divorced, your ex-spouse can receive benefits based on your record (even if you have remarried) if: Your marriage lasted 10 years or longer. You are entitled to Social Security retirement or disability benefits.
Can a disabled spouse collect on his ex-wife’s disability?
Specifically, the disabled spouse may be allowed to make more earnings than would be allowed under a claim for his or her own disability benefits. If your ex-husband or wife has died but was collecting or entitled to collect SSDI disability benefits at death, you may be able to collect a survivor’s benefit.
Where can I find out if I am eligible for ex spouse benefits?
You’ll find information about that in a note at the bottom of the website. Visit Retirement Planner: If You Are Divorced today to learn whether you’re eligible for benefits on your ex-spouse’s record. That could mean a considerable amount of monthly income.
What happens to your ex spouses Social Security benefits?
The same rules apply for a deceased former spouse. The amount of benefits you get has no effect on the benefits your ex-spouse or his or her current spouse receives. If your ex-spouse died after you divorced, you can still qualify for widow’s benefits. Our Benefits Planner gives you an idea of your monthly benefit amount.
Can a disabled spouse of a deceased spouse claim survivor’s benefits?
Specifically, the disabled spouse may be allowed to make more earnings than would be allowed under a claim for his or her own disability benefits. If your ex-husband or wife has died but was collecting or entitled to collect SSDI disability benefits at death, you may be able to collect a survivor’s benefit.