Generally, a court issued Certified Copy of the Letters of Administration or Letters Testamentary for the Estate of the insured will be required, showing appointment of Executor/Administrator of the Estate of the Insured along with IRS form SS-4 confirming the estate TIN number and contact information. In addition, the Executor must complete claimant statement. Some states may allow benefits to be paid under a Small Estate Affidavit, depending on the states regulations and the amount of benefit.