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.
What do I need to qualify for Social Security benefits?
want to know what you need to do to be eligible for disability benefits?
yes
You must complete a recent work test and a duration work test.
And what should I know about the duration of the test?
your work does not have to fall within a certain period. The table only provides an estimate of how many work credits you need. It does not cover all situations.
and recent work required When it comes to legal blindness?
there is no recent proof of work requirement.
can you tell me how the credits are obtained
Do you pay Social Security taxes?