You will have to earn at least 40 social security credits to get benefits for social security.
How are many credits are earned each year?
You can earn up to a maximum of four credits per year as you earn and pay social security taxes.
Okay, and if I can't apply for retirement benefits online, where can I call or do I need to come personally in your Social Security office?
Yes, you can call and apply by phone.   You can call at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 ,  or TTY 1 - 800 - 325 - 0778 from 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Friday
but if I just do it online, do I still have to print it out 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?