The United States has agreements with 24 foreign countries to eliminate double Social Security coverage and taxation where, except for the provisions of the agreement, a worker would be subject to coverage and taxes in both countries. The country under whose system the period of work is covered issues a certificate of coverage. This certification serves as proof of exemption under the system of the other country's social security system. The information we collect assists SSA in determining a worker's coverage and in issuing a U.S. Certificate of Coverage as appropriate. Respondents are workers and employers wishing to establish exemption from foreign social security taxes.
This is a non-substantive Change Request to add a new Certificate of Coverage due to a new Totalization Agreement. See Justification for the Non-Substantive Change for more details.
US Code:
42 USC 433
Name of Law: Social Security Act
We are increasing the burden as a result of adding the new agreement with the Slovak Republic. See the Justification for Non-Substantive Changes for information.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Justification for the Non-Substantive Changes - 0554.doc
Certificate of Coverage Request via Letter - Individuals (minus Denmark, Netherlands, Norway, & Sweden)