Joe Regan 0 Posted October 17, 2018 My wife will be at FRA (66) in Nov, she has been drawing disability for over 10 years (about $800). I am at FRA but working full time so I have not filed. I want her to get Spousal Benefits does she have to wait till I file when I am 70? And can she get Spousal if she is on disability? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Devin Carroll 1 Posted October 17, 2018 When she attains her full retirement age, her benefit will automatically convert to a retirement benefit. Once you file, if she is eligible for any spousal benefit, her benefit should be automatically increased. However, the SSA doesn't always catch the increases and you may have to remind them. Check out my article on spousal benefits for more information. https://socialsecurityintelligence.com/social-security-spousal-benefits/ . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
