Social Security Q & A- Can I buy additional Social Security

Can I buy additional Social Security credits? I only have 36 credits and need four more credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. Can I contribute money to Social Security to earn the additional credits?

No. People cannot get additional Social Security credits by voluntarily contributing money to Social Security. They can earn credits only by working in a job or business covered under Social Security.

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