How to Renew Your Social Security Card
If you need to replace or renew your Social Security card, you must provide documents to prove your identity, age, and U.S. citizenship or immigration status. You can apply for a replacement card online, by mail, or in person at a Social Security office. Read on to learn more about the process.
Provide documents to prove identity, age, and U.S. citizenship or immigration status
Apply for a replacement card online, by mail, or in person
Check the status of your application online or by calling the Social Security Administration’s toll-free number
If you need to replace or renew your Social Security card, you must provide documents to prove your identity, age, and U.S. citizenship or immigration status. You can apply for a replacement card online, by mail, or in person at a Social Security office. Read on to learn more about the process.
To apply for a replacement Social Security card, you must provide proof of your identity, age, and U.S. citizenship or immigration status. Acceptable documents include a driver’s license, passport, birth certificate, or other government-issued identification. You must also provide proof of your Social Security number, such as a W-2 form or Social Security card.
If you are applying for a replacement card online, you must provide a valid email address and a valid U.S. mailing address. You will also need to provide your Social Security number and the last four digits of your driver’s license or state-issued identification card. You will also need to answer a few security questions.
If you are applying for a replacement card by mail, you must complete an application form and mail it to the Social Security Administration. You must also include copies of the documents listed above. You can find the application form on the Social Security Administration’s website.
If you are applying for a replacement card in person, you must visit a Social Security office and provide the documents listed above. You will also need to answer a few security questions. You can find the nearest Social Security office by visiting the Social Security Administration’s website.
Once you have submitted your application, the Social Security Administration will review your documents and issue you a new card. The process can take up to 10 business days. You can check the status of your application online or by calling the Social Security Administration’s toll-free number.
Good to know:
Social Security Card: A card issued by the Social Security Administration that contains your Social Security number.
Social Security Number: A nine-digit number issued by the Social Security Administration that is used to track an individual’s earnings and benefits.
Replacing or renewing your Social Security card is a simple process. You must provide documents to prove your identity, age, and U.S. citizenship or immigration status. You can apply for a replacement card online, by mail, or in person at a Social Security office. Once you have submitted your application, the Social Security Administration will review your documents and issue you a new card.
The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.
