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Social Security Speaks Spanish on the Computer and Mobile Device

During National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, people across the country will join in recognizing the many contributions of Hispanic Americans, and in celebrating Hispanic heritage and culture.
For years, Social Security’s website has been a leader in providing information and services in Spanish. Find out what we have to offer by visiting www.segurosocial.gov.
This year, we launched a brand new mobile-friendly site that offers the same great service on your mobile device when you’re on the run. Try it out on your smartphone atwww.segurosocial.gov. There, you can learn all about our programs and online services, and view more than 100 Spanish public information pamphlets, leaflets, and fact sheets.
Computer and tablet users can do even more at www.segurosocial.gov. In addition to all the information and materials we offer in Spanish, you also can take advantage of several of our popular online services in Spanish. One of the best features of the site is the Spanish-language Retirement Estimator located at www.segurosocial.gov/calculador.
TheRetirement Estimator allows visitors to receive an instant, personalized estimate of future retirement benefits. And what’s better, visitors can try out different scenarios to see how their future benefits would change, like changing future wage estimates or retirement dates. It is a great tool for planning your financial future.When you are ready to retire, you can apply online for retirement benefits … all in Spanish … and in as little as 15 minutes! Once you complete the online application for benefits, in most cases, that’s all there is to it. No papers to sign or documents to provide. Give it a try when you’re ready to retire atwww.socialsecurity.gov/espanol/soliciteporinternet
This National Hispanic Heritage Month, visitwww.segurosocial.gov on your computer, tablet, or mobile device to learn about Social Security.  

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