In most cases, a non-U.S. citizen or non-U.S. resident spouse cannot receive U.S. Social Security spousal benefits if they live outside the U.S. for six consecutive months. However, the question ‘Can a foreign spouse receive social security benefits?’ has a nuanced answer. A foreign spouse who is a citizen or resident of Canada, among certain countries, can indeed receive these benefits if specific eligibility rules are met. To understand the intricacies of this process, read this infographic where Cardinal Point explains the conditions under which foreign spouses may be entitled to U.S. Social Security benefits.
