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.
I see. How exactly are credits earned?
Do you work and pay Social Security taxes?
Yes, of course.
In that case you earn up to a maximum of four credits per year.
but if i do it online do i still have to print and sign it then send it?
No, when you are done just hit " Submit Now " to finish your application. You 'll get a receipt for your online application You can print the receipt and keep for your records .
cool, and can I just take my time and do it carefully?
Will you be taking a very long time per page? you should know that for security reasons there are time limits for viewing each page .You will receive a warning after 25 minutes of inactivity but you can extend your time.
No, I won't take that long per page so anything else I should look out for
Unfortunately, no relevant information is found.
Would it be better if I just go in to an office?