From: Bela Ban < >
Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2001 13:45:01 -0800
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fyi,

I've always wondered whether I can get some of the SS benefits after
returning to Switzerland (without having worked in the US for 10 years). I
always thought that I would not get any SS after returning, but the email
below seems to indicate that I could get at least some part of it.

Can anyone confirm this ?

> Hello Bela: I have been able to find the answer to your questions about
> the U.S. Social Security System. If you work in the U.S. for at least
> 10 years, you will receive full social security benefits for the amount
> paid in to the system after you reach 65 (reduced benefits available at
> 62). If you work in the U.S. less than 10 years, you may be able to
> qualify for partial benefits from the U.S. based on both U.S. and Swiss
> Credits. To be elligible, you must have worked in the U.S. at least a
> year and one-half. There is nothing you need to do to have the U.S.
> credits qualify. The Swiss government will obtain a copy of your U.S.
> record directly from the Social Security Administration when you apply
> for Swiss Social Security or retirement. If you also receive a sizable
> Swiss pension, your benefits may be reduced. I hope this has answered
> your questions. Please let me know. I hope Jeanette is doing well.

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Bela Ban
Fujitsu Network Communications
(408) 895-1732
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