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Divorce may not reduce spousal benefits

 
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Published: November 16, 2008

Q: I am a 62-year-old woman who was married for almost 30 years before my divorce several years ago.

I expect a relatively small Social Security retirement check, since I mostly worked part-time jobs.

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My ex-husband is 68 and already getting about $1,800 per month from Social Security.

Any chance I can receive benefits based on his record?

A: Yes. Under Social Security, a divorced spouse who was married for more than 10 years and is currently unmarried is entitled to the same benefits as a spouse.

Learn more by visiting our Web site at www.socialsecurity.gov or call us at the numbers listed below.

This column was prepared by the Social Security Administration. For fast answers to specific Social Security questions, contact Social Security toll-free at (800) 772-1213; TTY (800) 325-0778.

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