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GN 01770.125 Application Process for Benefits under the Agreement with Slovenia

Under the agreement with Slovenia, the Social Security Administration (SSA) takes applications for both regular and totalization benefits on behalf of Slovenia. SSA also provides limited assistance in obtaining evidence required to support the claim.

The agreement modifies the insured status requirements of the Slovenian social insurance system. Under the agreement, if a worker has at least 12 months of Slovenian coverage, but not enough to receive an old-age retirement benefit, Slovenia will credit 3 months of coverage for each quarter of coverage SSA certifies.

For more information about eligibility requirements for Slovenian benefits, see GN 01770.020.