SSA International Payments

Receiving Social Security Benefits from Outside the US What You Need to Know in 2025–2026

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Receiving Social Security Benefits

More Americans than ever are choosing to retire abroad or spend extended time overseas, raising an important question: Can you continue receiving Social Security benefits while living outside the United States? The answer is yes for most people, but there are rules, country restrictions, and documentation requirements that beneficiaries must understand to avoid delayed or … Read more

Living Outside the U.S.? Here’s How to Keep Receiving Social Security Payments Your Complete 2026 Guide

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Social Security Payments Your Complete 2026 Guide

Millions of Americans receive Social Security benefits while living overseas, and the Social Security Administration (SSA) allows payments to continue in most countries if eligibility rules are followed. Whether you’re retiring abroad, moving for work, or joining family overseas, understanding how Social Security payments work outside the U.S. is essential to avoid delays, holds, or … Read more