Replace Social Security Card
Many people are asking what they need to do to replace a lost or stolen social security card. There are new rules to replacing your SSN. We have listed the steps you need to take below:
- First you must complete an Application For A Social Security Card (Form SS-5)
- Next you must show documents that give proof to your identity
- You also have to show documents proving that you are, in fact, a U.S. citizen
- This information is only needed if your citizenship is not on file
- You must prove that currently you are under a lawful, work-authorized status
- This is only required if you are not a U.S. citizen
- You must either mail or deliver these documents in person to your local Social Security Administration office
This is the quick and easy outline on getting a new social security number. Please see our tutorial for more details on the documents you need to submit to the Social Security Administration for replacing your social security card.
