---
kind: "section"
citation: "20 C.F.R. § 408.305"
title: "20"
number: "408.305"
heading: "Why do you need to file an application to receive benefits?"
url: "https://uscodex.org/cfr/20/408.305"
---

# §408.305. Why do you need to file an application to receive benefits?


In addition to meeting other requirements, you must file an application to become entitled to SVB. If you believe you may be entitled to SVB, you should file an application. Filing an application will—

- (a) Permit us to make a formal decision on whether you qualify for SVB;
- (b) Assure that you receive SVB for any months you are entitled to receive payments; and
- (c) **Give you the right to appeal if you are dissatisfied with our determination.**

## Notes

### Authority

Authority: Secs. 702(a)(5), 802, 806, and 810 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 902(a)(5), 1102, 1106 and 1110); Sec. 251, Pub. L. 106-169, 113 Stat. 1844.

### Source

Source: 68 FR 16418, Apr. 4, 2003, unless otherwise noted.