To access these benefits, it's necessary to complete the SSA-18 form (Application for Child's Insurance Benefits) and submit it to the Social Security Administration.

Use Social Security Form SS-5 to request a new card, but it's only part of the full application process.

If you notice something strange, like no income reported for a year you know you worked, you'll need to submit a Request for Correction of Earnings Record form to the Social Security Administration.

When you're ready to start claiming Social Security retirement benefits, including spouse benefits, or apply for survivor benefits or Medicare coverage, the Social Security Administration makes it ...

A Social Security card will be sent to the address listed on your application approximately 2 weeks after you apply. When you have your Social Security Number, you must inform the Registrar's Office ...

If you live in the United States and have limited income, Social Security can help you reduce the cost of your prescription medications through the Extra Help program.

Before applying for Social Security, consider when you want to begin receiving benefits and know your options.

How to withdraw your Social Security application To start the process, you must submit a Request for Withdrawal of Application form to the Social Security Administration (SSA).

Amy Shepard walks through the SSA-44 form to appeal higher Medicare premiums in the case that a life-altering event has drastically affected your income.

The Social Security Administration is moving into the modern age by transitioning to digital signatures for more than 30 forms and removing signature requirements for 13.

Wet signatures will no longer be required on more than two dozen forms.