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Need to Change Your Name on Your Social Security Card?

October 9, 2018 • By

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A stack of social security cardsAre you changing your name? If so, let Social Security know so we can update your information, send you a corrected card, and make sure you get the benefits you’ve earned.

To change your name on your card, you must show us documents proving your legal name change and identity. If you are a U.S. citizen, you also must show us a document proving your U.S. citizenship, if it is not already in our records. You must present original documents or copies certified by the agency that issued them. We can’t accept photocopies or notarized copies.

To prove your legal name change, you must show one of the following documents:

  • Marriage document.
  • Divorce decree.
  • Certificate of naturalization showing a new name.
  • Court order for a name change.

To prove your identity, you must show an unexpired document showing your name, identifying information, and photograph, such as one of the following:

  • U.S. driver’s license.
  • State-issued non-driver’s identification card.
  • U.S. passport.

If you don’t have one of those documents available, we may be able to accept your:

  • Employer identification card.
  • School identification card.
  • Health insurance card.
  • U.S. military identification card.

To prove your U.S. citizenship, you must show one of the following documents:

  • U.S. birth certificate.
  • U.S. Consular Report of Birth Abroad.
  • U.S. passport (unexpired).
  • Certificate of Naturalization.
  • Certificate of Citizenship.

Whatever your reason for your name change, Social Security is here to help you with the new… you! Fill out the form online and follow the instructions to ensure your Social Security card is delivered in a timely manner. You can also locate your local field office so you can apply for your updated card and show your required documents in person.

For complete instructions, visit our Social Security Number and Card page, which includes information for non-citizens. And remember, if you simply need to replace a lost Social Security card, but don’t need to change your name, you can — in most states — request your replacement card online using your personal my Social Security account.

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  2. SANDRA G.

    My name change , changed in March, does not show up

    • A.C.

      Hi, Sandra. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.

  3. Pamela A.

    My e mail address is wrong. I need to change it to pammap444@aol.com
    I can’t find where I can change it.

    • A.C.

      Hi, Pamela. You can change your email address within your personal my Social Security account. Once you log in, you can visit settings and update your email. We hope this helps.

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  9. Michael V.

    Need to apply for replacements Socialr security card

    • L.A.

      Hi Michael. Before you request a replacement card, you should first realize that you may not need a replacement card. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing the Social Security number is what is important. But, if you must get a replacement Social Security card, we have good news! You may be eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. We hope this helps.

  10. Beth Y.

    Hello. My husband recently passed away. I noticed on his Social Security statement dated 10/22/2019 has his dob as 1/20/1955 vs 1/21/1955. How do I correct that?

    • L.A.

      Hi Beth. We are sorry for your loss. Please note that for your security, we do not have access to your Social Security record in this forum. Please call our toll-free number 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) for assistance. We hope this helps.

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