Need to Change Your Name on Your Social Security Card?
Reading Time: 2 MinutesLast Updated: November 3, 2023
Are 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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Jim Borland, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Communications
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Lucy
My husband and I got married 34 years ago. We had a traditional public church ceremony. We did not get a marriage license but rather had witnesses sign a marriage certificate. Nothing was registered with the State and we never changed my name with Social Security.
34 years and five children later, we need to change my name on my Social Security card. How do I go about doing that?
Nora
My husband and I got married 34 years ago. We had a traditional public church ceremony. We did not get a marriage license but rather had witnesses sign a marriage certificate. Nothing was registered with the State and we never changed my name with Social Security.
34 years and five children later, we need to change my name on my Social Security card. How do I go about doing that?
L.A.
Hi Nora. To change your name and to get a replacement Social Security number card, please visit our “Social Security Number and Card” web page where you can learn more on the process, and what documents you will need to get a replacement card. To find the nearest Social Security Office or Card Center in your area, click here. We hope this helps.
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Do I need an appointment to update my name on my social security card?
L.A.
Hi Yessica. To get your replacement Social Security number card, you can learn more on the process, and what documents you will need to get a card, please visit our “Social Security Number and Card” web page. To find the nearest Social Security Office or Card Center in your area, click here. We hope this helps.
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My middle initial on my Medicare card needs to be fixed
L.A.
Hi Mary. To correct your name on the Medicare card, please read our Frequently Asked Question on this subject matter. We hope this helps.
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how do I get a new medicare card? I have lost or misplaced mine.
L.A.
Hi Cindy. Good news! If you need a replacement Medicare card or immediate proof that you have Medicare, you can take care of both online by setting up a personal my Social Security account. We hope this helps.
Laura
hello, I have a question. I recently received my citizenship and the lady by mistake added my second last name (birth name) however I just wanted to keep it just my name and one last name and that’s exactly how I have my social, will I need to get a new card adding my second last name or can I keep my original one with just my last name?
L.A.
Hi Laura. To learn more on the process and what documents you will need to get a card please visit our Social Security Number and Card page. We hope this helps.
Robin
Do you have to change your social security card from maiden name to married name? Is it the law?
Thank you
L.A.
Hi Robin. Most States allow you to change your last name. You need to check with your county or city demographics office to find out what option you may have. If you need to change your last name on your Social Security card, the instructions are found on our Frequently Asked Questions. We hope this helps.