Need a Replacement Social Security Card?
Reading Time: 1 MinuteLast Updated: March 17, 2021
You can now apply for a replacement Social Security card online using your personal my Social Security account. If you meet all requirements and live in some states or the District of Columbia, you can start using this service today. Go to www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount for more information.
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Jim Borland, Assistant Deputy Commissioner, Communications
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Jane G.
My grandson’s parents have lost his social security card. He is 18. No ID of any kind. Does have his birth certificate. No license nor has he had a job, as of yet. What does he need to get a card? Our SS office here, said he needed a medical form of some kind. With his signature or a stamp. What would that be? Confused.
A.C.
Hi, Jane. We prefer a government issued document with your grandson’s picture, as proof of identity to replace his Social Security card. If he does not have one or he cannot get one within a reasonable amount of time, we may be able to use other documents such as:
•Employee identification card;
•School identification card;
•Health insurance card; or
•U.S. military identification card.
Any documents he submits, must be an original or certified copy, current (not expired) and show his name, and other identifying information (date of birth or age).
Also, realize that he may not need a replacement card. He will rarely need to show it. Knowing his Social Security number is what is important. To see if he’s eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online or to learn more on the process and what documents he will need to get a card, please visit our Social Security Number and Card page. We hope this helps.
Yan S.
Will SSN remain the same after SSN Card replacement?
L.A.
Hi Yan. Your Social Security number will remain the same. 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. To see if you’re eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online or 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.
Charles O.
I am having issues getting onto my account to get a replacement SS Card.
I am needing this for my new employment to start work.
How can I obtain the card or a copy to show my employer?
A.C.
Hi, Charles. If you are still unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact or visit your local Social Security office. Your local office can assist with a replacement Social Security card. We hope this helps.
Lonnie M.
i need a replacement ss card as i lost mine
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L.A.
Hi Lonnie. First, realize you may not need a replacement card. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing your Social Security number is what is important. However, if you must get a replacement card, we have good news for you! You may be able to request your replacement Social Security number card online. For more information, please visit our web page. We hope this helps.
donald g.
Itried to set up a ss account but it wouldnt do it said electronic connection stopped try in 24 hours
L.A.
Hi Donald. We are sorry to hear that you are having difficulty accessing your personal my Social Security account. If you are still unable to access your account or encounter another problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp. We hope this helps.
Charles M.
How can I apply for a replacement or lost Social Security card free?
L.A.
Hi Charles. Before anything else, we want to remind you that you may not need a replacement Social Security card. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing your Social Security number is what is important. You may only need to show it to an employer or service provider. You may be eligible to get a replacement Social Security card electronically, learn more about this here. Also, all of our services are free of charge. If you cannot use our online services to request a replacement card, please follow the instructions found here to request a replacement. We hope this is helpful.
Cheri L.
I’ve lost my soc sec card. How do I get a replacement?
L.A.
Hi Cheri. First, realize you may not need a replacement card. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing your Social Security number is what is important. However, if you must get a replacement card, you may be able to do it online. If cannot apply for a replacement card online, you may find the instruction on how to do it manually here. We hope this helps.
Joseph C.
Lost my new social security number for Medicare coverage. My old social security number *** – ** – ***
A.C.
Hi, Joseph. 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. Hope this helps!
James O.
Having a problem creating account to get a replacement social security card.
A.C.
Hi, James. We are sorry to hear you were having difficulty creating your personal my Social Security account. If you are still unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!
Micki M.
My husband and I have custody of our grandson and his last name has been legally changed to ours. When I go to our local SS office to get a replacement card for him reflecting his new name (bringing the court order and newly issued birth certificate), will I need to have my grandson with me or can I apply for his new card myself? He is sixteen.
Thank you,
Micki Milom