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Need a Replacement Social Security Card?

November 23, 2016 • By

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Last 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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Comments

  1. LESBIA O.

    Is the state of Florida authorized to emit lost SS cards on line?

    • L.A.

      Hi Lesbia. Good news! If you live in Florida, you may be eligible to request a replacement Social Security card online! But 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. If you must get a replacement Social Security card, please visit our Social Security Number and Card page 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. We hope this helps.

  2. Nancy J.

    Please send me a replacement SS card. Thank You!
    N. Manzanares

    • A.C.

      Hi, Nancy. 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. Thanks!

  3. Gary G.

    It says on the website that I could replace my card but when I attempted it said I was not eligible

  4. Michael C.

    Please mailnme forms to fill out for replacement SS card.–mail to” Michael Carlson, 38744 30th. St. East., Palmdale,CA.93550

    • A.C.

      Hi, Michael. 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 as well as printing an application, please visit our Social Security Number and Card page. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. Thanks!

  5. Othella R.

    I need a form SS5 to apply for a replacement social security card.
    I can not apply on line because my information/account must be partially set up and I don’t have the user name or password.
    Could you please email and mail the form to: oarogers@aol.com or mail the form to my home at: 11813 Blue February Way, Columbia, MD 21044

    • A.C.

      Hi, Othella. 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 learn more on the process, what documents you will need to get a card, and to print an application, please visit our Social Security Number and Card page. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. Thanks!

  6. Robert W.

    Will you accept a passport that has just expired along with a valid drivers license to get a replacement card?

    • A.C.

      Hi, Robert. 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.

  7. Susan B.

    Hello, I helped my Dad apply for a replacement SS Card on 9/24/19. We have not received the replacement as of yet – Today is 10/15/19. Please advise.

    My dad is legally blind and cannot navigate this process independently. I have a letter of receipt.

    Thank you.

    • L.A.

      Hi Susan. Thanks for your comment. Typically, after we receive an application and verify the documents, an individual should receive their Social Security card by mail within 10 business days. To follow up on your father’s application for a Social Security replacement card, he may have to return to the office where he filed his application. On his receipt there should be a local Social Security office phone number for him to call and speak to someone about the status of his card. We hope this helps.

  8. Richard E.

    Lost Social Security card.
    Would like a new one.

    • L.A.

      Hi Richard. 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. You may be eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. 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.

  9. Harlan F.

    I discarded my ssn card when I received my new Medicare ID card , so I need a replacement ssn card, please.Thank you,
    Harlan French

    • L.A.

      Hi, Harlan. 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.

  10. Christian G.

    Having a problem creating a social security acccoutn online can you help me why not ??

    • L.A.

      Hi Christian. We are sorry to hear that you are having difficulty when trying to create 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, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “help desk”; or
      •Contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.

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