Full question: I have contributed Social security taxes for only 5 years and I am not eligible for spousal or survivor benefits. I will be receiving a teachers pension in the future. Can I get my SS taxes back for the 5 years, since I will never be eligible for the SS retirement benefits?

Hi there,

No, I do not know of a way you can do that.

However, if you work in the future and earn enough to accumulate 4 credits per year, you would then be eligible for Social Security benefits after 5 years. The WEP and GPO pension reduction rules would likely apply though when you are collecting both Social Security and the teacher’s pension.

For personalized support, you can work with an RSSA here.

Take care,
Martha

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