i live in italy but i an an american citizen how do i get proof of earned soc. sec credits of when i workedi?

Answer 1

You only get earned social security credits when you pay into the system. If you are working overseas and NOT paying into social security, you are not earning credits. If you ARE paying into the system, the government will send you a statement of earned credits every few years.

Answer 2

Depending on the length of stay, most treaties provide you would be exempt from coverage under the foreign system, but subject to US tax, which your employer would send.

I think our treaty with Italy of 1978 is unusual in that it provides that you are covered under the Italian rules even if you are a detached worker.

Before you leave Italy, go to the tax authorities and get a full transcript showing you paid your taxes to them (called a sailing permit), and send it to the US social security administration.

Here is a copy of the treaty which contains instructions. I'd read it for you, but it is a weekend and it is free advice.

Answer 3

It only counts if you pay FICA in the USA