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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Janet R.
How do I replace my childs social security card online on my social security account
L.A.
Hi Janet. Thanks for your question. Generally, when applying for a replacement Social Security card for a child under the age of 18, we consider the parent(s) or step-parent with custody, as the proper applicant. Remember that knowing their number is what is important. You will rarely need to show their card, but if you need information on how to obtain a replacement Social Security card, visit our Frequently Asked Questions. You will need to present documents proving your identity, your child’s identity and citizenship status (if not already established), and evidence of your relationship to, or responsibility for, your child. Also keep in mind the submitted documents must be originals. You can use birth certificates to prove your child’s age or citizenship. But you cannot use it as proof of identity. We hope this helps.
Mike W.
I NEED A S.S. CARD
L.A.
Hi Mike. Good news! You may be eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. We hope this helps.
Kathleen M.
After 12 usernames we stopped trying to apply for a ssa account online – is there some trick for the username?
L.A.
Hi Kathleen. 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.
Beverly B.
I need to make a name correction on my social security card and was told by a representative to download form SS5. I cannot find it on your website
L.A.
Hi Beverly. Good news! You may be eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. We hope this helps.
Isaac m.
I just moved from texas and i need to get a certify copy of my birth certificate to renew my driver lincense or my identification card with out my bith certificate and i need a valid id to get my birth certificate i dont have a job because i need i valid id to get a job i was born in california
L.A.
Hi Isaac. Check out this webpage to find out what agency you need to contact to get a copy of your birth certificate. We hope this information helps.
Karen E.
i need a replace SS card.
L.A.
Hi Karen. Good news! You may be eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. We hope this helps.
Robin H.
My son needs to get his driver’s license and SS card, he has his birth certificate but that’s all. His local SS office tells him he needs his license to get a replacement card and the DMV tells him he needs his SS card. How can he go about getting one or the other?
A.C.
Hi, Robin. We prefer a government issued document with your picture, as proof of identity to replace your Social Security card. In addition to a valid Driver’s license or a state ID card, 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 document 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). He can get a receipt as proof that he has applied for a replacement card. Typically, after we process an application, he should receive his replacement Social Security card by mail within 10 business days. 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. To find the nearest Social Security Office or Card Center in your area, click here. We hope this information helps!
Miranne M.
I just wrote an email to you concerning my account. I cannot get into my account, although I had the correct name and password; it said that it didn’t recognize my information. I need a replacement SSn Card; my card number is *** – ** – ***.
MIranne M.
I need a replacement SSn Card, I tried to sign in and the information that gave to you was not recognized. What do I need to do now?
Miranne Merritt
mirampellerin@aol.com
L.A.
Hi Miranne. Please note 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. We are sorry to hear that you are having difficulty accessing your personal my Social Security account to get a replacement Social Security card. If you are still unable to access your personal 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.
Ray J.
I tried to create an account and it would not verify the information
A.C.
Hi, Ray. 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!