When a person files for U.S. Totalization benefits under the agreement with Sweden, the applicant must submit the same evidence that would be necessary to establish a claim for regular (non-Totalization) retirement, survivors or disability insurance benefits. In addition, the applicant must submit the evidence noted in GN 01702.200 - GN 01702.230 whenever Totalization benefits are claimed from the United States.

Actions necessary when applicant indicates work in Sweden on U.S. application, GN 01702.125, GN 01702.130