You can collect SSDI only if both you and your ex-husband or ex-wife are 62 years old or older, you were married at least ten years, and you have been divorced for at least two years (although this two-year period may be waived if the disabled spouse was eligible for disability benefits before the divorce).

Can you collect 1/2 of ex-spouse’s Social Security and then your full amount?

Your full spouse’s benefit could be up to one-half the amount your spouse is entitled to receive at their full retirement age. If you choose to begin receiving spouse’s benefits before you reach full retirement age, your benefit amount will be permanently reduced.

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.

Can a divorced woman claim her ex husbands social security?

No one, that’s right! So keep reading. Even if you are divorced, you can claim something called derivative benefits based on the earnings history of your ex-husband. Derivative benefits are equal to one half of your ex-husband’s Social Security benefits.

How old do you have to be to claim ex spousal benefits?

Your ex-spouse is at least 62 or is collecting Social Security disability benefits . Your former spouse doesn’t have to be collecting his or her Social Security benefits yet for you to claim ex-spousal benefits. However, if this is the case, the divorce must be at least two years old.

Where can I file for ex spousal benefits?

You can file for ex-spousal benefits online (via an application form or your My Social Security account); by calling Social Security at 800-772-1213; or by making an appointment at your local Social Security office.