When you applied for (1) benefits, we said we would check to see if you could also get benefits on your own
Social Security record. We are writing to tell you that you are not entitled to benefits
on your own record. This is because you did not work long enough under Social Security.
Why You Are Not Entitled
Work under Social Security is figured in credits. Please read the enclosed pamphlet,
“How You Earn Social Security Credits.”
You need (2) credits to be entitled on your own record. You now have (3) credits. This means you need to earn (4) more credits before you can get benefits on your own record. If you earn these additional
credits or if you think you may be entitled in the future, you will need to apply
again.
If You Disagree With The Decision
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If you disagree with the decision, you have the right to appeal. We will review your
case again and consider any new facts you have. Then a person who did not make the
first decision will decide your case again.
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You have 60 days to ask for an appeal.
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The 60 days start the day after you receive this letter. We assume you got this letter
5 days after the date on it unless you show us that you did not get it within the
5-day period.
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You must have a good reason if you wait more than 60 days to ask for an appeal.
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You have to ask for an appeal in writing. We will ask you to sign a form called “Request for Reconsideration.” The form number is SSA-561-U2. To get this form, contact one of our offices. We can
help you fill out the form.
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Please read the enclosed pamphlet, “Your Right to Question the Decision Made on Your Social Security Claim.”
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New Application
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You have the right to file a new application at any time, but filing a new application
is not the same as appealing this decision. If you disagree with this decision and
you file a new application instead of appealing:
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you might lose some benefits, or not qualify for any benefits, and
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we could deny the new application using this decision, if the facts and issues are
the same.
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So, if you disagree with this decision, you should file an appeal within 60 days.
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If You Want Help With Your Appeal
3100E
If You Have Any Questions
3901C - Domestic
3901D - Foreign
Enclosure:
SSA Pub. No. 05-10072