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Originally Posted by Cliff Fr
I was looking at the SSA statement today of my cola increase and my total deductions and benefit amount. I noticed a line item titled "income tax deduction for non-citzens". I was unaware that non-citizens were eligible for social security retirement benefits. Am I mistaken?
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Yes, Social Security will pay retirement benefits to non-citizens. It’s really quite common. 5 years (40 calendar quarters) of work at sufficient income levels and the worker is eligible.