my father died and I was wondering if i could collect S.S.I for his passing?

Question

my friends father passed away and he gets social security income, and my father died when i was two years old and ive collected nothing. I just wanted to know if its from me not applying for it or if I'm just ineligible to get this benifit.

Answer 1

If he died when you were a minor you could have collected survivor benefits. You need to contact your local ssi office.

Not sure if you can get back pay though.

Answer 2

Your parent/guardian should have been collecting SSI income on your behalf, yes. Unless, for some reason, your father did not qualify (like he didn't work or he wasn't a U.S. citizen). However, I think even if he had never worked you would still be able to get a small amount. The thing is, your guardian would have had to put in for it...They don't go volunteering the money. If you are under 18 I am fairly positive that you would be able to get it retroactively. If you are older, I am not sure but think there is still a chance. I think the best advice is to go into your local SSI office, wait in line, and talk face to face with some one.

Best of luck.

Answer 3

I know my father died when I was young and I did receive benefits but they came to my mother (because I was a minor) maybe your mom was getting them. The other answers are right in telling you to contact your Social Security Office. I don't think you could get back pay, and alot depends on your age now, I think that they pay you even if you are over 18 and in college but only for a few years ....maybe 21...but I am not certain.

Answer 4

you haven't said how old you are now. when he died at the age you said you where then some one should have filed it for you. you can get it up until you are 18

Answer 5

Call the SS office and ask!

Answer 6

I know a minor can.