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A. You can. Social Security will accept your application for early benefits when you're 61 years 9 months. Regardless of how old you are, the agency generally recommends that you apply three months before you would like the first payment to arrive.
How to easily apply for Social Security. You should apply for benefits three months before you wish to start collecting. You can apply in as little 15 minutes by going online. Click here for information and required documentation.