BETs are responsible for developing an NH's lag earnings if alleged and if needed by a foreign agency. Allegations of lag earnings can be found on all applications. In addition, a claimant's statement alleging lag can occasionally be found on other forms in the file.

1. a. 

   Acceptable proof of lag wages are:

   1. 1. 

      W-2 forms;

   2. 2. 

      Computer-prepared wage statement;

   3. 3. 

      Form SSA-1002 (Statement of Agricultural Employer);

   4. 4. 

      Form SSA-7011 (Statement of Employer);

   5. 5. 

      Pay envelopes, vouchers, pay checks, tax receipts or wage statements;

   6. 6. 

      Form SSA-768 (Certification of Evidence of Wages).

2. b. 

   Acceptable proofs of self-employment income (SEI) are tax returns (Schedules SE, Schedule C, Schedule F, Form 1065 or Form 1040).

   NOTE: A self-employed individual must have earned at least $400 in a year for SEI to be credited.

   When proof of lag earnings is in file, refer the claim to a CA for posting to the SSA-794TR. In addition, any questions concerning the validity of evidence of lag earnings should be referred to a CA or CATA.