Code of Federal Regulations > Title 20 > Chapter III > Part 404 > Subpart G - Subpart G—Filing of Applications and Other Forms

U.S. Code of Federal Regulations

Regulations most recently checked for updates: Sep 16, 2025

GENERAL PROVISIONS

§ 404.601 - Introduction.

§ 404.602 - Definitions.

§ 404.603 - You must file an application to receive benefits.

APPLICATIONS

§ 404.610 - What makes an application a claim for benefits?

§ 404.611 - How do I file an application for Social Security benefits?

§ 404.612 - Who may sign an application.

§ 404.613 - Evidence of authority to sign an application for another.

§ 404.614 - When an application or other form is considered filed.

§ 404.615 - Claimant must be alive when an application is filed.

§ 404.617 - Pilot program for photographic identification of disability benefit applicants in designated geographic areas.

EFFECTIVE FILING PERIOD OF APPLICATION

§ 404.620 - Filing before the first month you meet the requirements for benefits.

§ 404.621 - What happens if I file after the first month I meet the requirements for benefits?

§ 404.622 - Limiting an application.

§ 404.623 - Am I required to file for all benefits if I am eligible for old-age and husband's or wife's benefits?

FILING DATE BASED ON WRITTEN STATEMENT

§ 404.630 - Use of date of written statement as filing date.

§ 404.631 - Statements filed with the Railroad Retirement Board.

§ 404.632 - Statements filed with a hospital.

DEEMED FILING DATE BASED ON MISINFORMATION

§ 404.633 - Deemed filing date in a case of misinformation.

WITHDRAWAL OF APPLICATION

§ 404.640 - Withdrawal of an application.

§ 404.641 - Cancellation of a request to withdraw.