You can visit the local SS office if you are getting benefits on your spouse
Yes I am getting benefits on my deceased spouse
Are you getting disability or retirement on your own record?
no
We will check to see whether you can get a higher benefit as a widow or widower .
Do I need to apply for survivors benefits?
Only if you are getting retirement benefits on you own record so this is n/a to you
So I don't need to report the death?
We 'll automatically change any monthly benefits you receive to survivors benefits after we receive the report of death .
Do I need to file an application for survivors benefits?
We 'll automatically change any monthly benefits you receive to survivors benefits after we receive the report of death We may be able to pay the Special Lump - Sum Death Payment automatically
What documents do I need to apply