What are the social security benefits for divorced spouses?

If you are divorced, your ex-spouse may qualify for social security benefitson your earnings. To qualify, your ex-spouse must:

Have been married to you for 10 years
Have been divorced for 2 years
Have reached age 62
Be unmarried and not be eligible for an equal or higher benefit on their own work or another spouse’s work

Disability, survivor, and total family benefits are beyond the scope of this eBook but are benefits to consider when talking about or planning your eligible social security benefits.

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