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    sbarrett01 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 30, 2010, 01:47 PM
    Receive SS when leaving USA
    I have worked in the USA for 11 years under a L1A VISA and then a green card, I am looking to leave the USA and will not be returning, can I claim back any money I have paid towards Social Security over this time
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    Dec 1, 2010, 08:12 PM

    You will get Social Security benefits.
    You can not claim any money paid to SS.
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