Of course You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.
Can you tell me the number of credits needed for retirement benefits?
were you born after 1928?
no
If I have more credit, can I receive more benefits?
The number of credits does not affect the amount of benefits you receive. It only determines if you are eligible or not. You do not get additional benefits for earning more than the minimum number of credits.
What do you earn when you work and pay Social Security taxes?
earn up to a maximum of four credits per year.
What would happen if you are already receiving retirement or disability benefits at the time of your death?