When do full benefits kick in from social security?

Full benefits from Social Security typically kick in at your full retirement age (FRA), which varies depending on your birth year. For those born in 1960 or later, the FRA is 67 years old. You can choose to start receiving benefits as early as age 62, but doing so will result in a reduced monthly benefit. Conversely, delaying benefits past your FRA can increase your monthly amount.