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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TJ V.
My daughter lost her SSC and we need a replacement. Can you please send us the information we need to request for this? We currently live in Austin, TX if that helps.
L.A.
Hi TJ. If your daughter is 18 years old or older, she may be eligible to request a replacement Social Security card using her very own personal my Social Security account. If your daughter is under the age of 18, then she can follow the instructions found here.
Rosemary K.
I need my social security for my real is in california
A.C.
Hi, Rosemary. 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.
Tahereh M.
how can I update my social security card?
A.C.
Hi, Tahereh. If you legally changed your name because of marriage, divorce, court order or any other reason, you need to tell Social Security so that you can get a corrected card. If you are working, also tell your employer. If you do not tell us when your name changes, it may delay your tax refund and prevent your wages from being posted correctly to your Social Security record, which may lower the amount of your future Social Security benefits. If you need to update your citizenship with Social Security, you will need to visit your local Social Security office or your local Social Security Card Center to update your Social Security record. Please bring with you, your Certificate of Naturalization (with the attached affidavit that reflects your legal change of name), and complete an application for a replacement card. All documents you submit must be either originals or certified copies by the issuing agency. We cannot accept photocopies or notarized copies of documents. Any documents you provide will be returned to you. For more information about corrected Social Security cards, visit here. We hope this helps.
Ernest S.
I need a replacement social security card. Mine is very old and frayed.
Thank you,
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L.A.
Hi Ernest. 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.
Thomas M.
Need information on replacing my child’s social security card
L.A.
Hi Thomas. Generally, when applying for a replacement Social Security card for a child under the age of 18, please see our internet page titled “New or Replacement Social Security Number and Card” to find the instructions. If your child is older than 18 years old, your child may be able to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. We hope this helps.
Robert b.
How do I replace a child’s social security card?
L.A.
Hi Robert. 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 your child must get a replacement Social Security card, and your child is 18 years old or older, we have good news! Your child may be eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. If your child is under 18 years old, then please follow the instructions found here. We hope this helps.
Concetta S.
I changed my last name from Schlemmer back to my maiden name, Scafidi.
I am now legally Concetta Scafidi once again. I need an SS5 application form please.
L.A.
Hi Concetta. Thank you for your question. Please follow the instructions for how to get a replacement Social Security card online. Also, for your security, we ask member of this forum not to post personal information when writing to us here. We hope this helps.
Darlene a.
I need a replacment card for Michael Affolder. I have tried several times on line and dosn’t recongize Mike name to SSN *** – ** – ***. his card number is 9AJ8YG5AK34. To have him admitted to a VA center I need a new Medicare card.
Darlene
dkaffolder@gmail.com
L.A.
Hi Darlene. Please contact Medicare directly online or by telephone at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users can call 1-877-486-2048. We hope this helps.
Calvert T.
I need to be enrolled in medicare late next January,
but the app will not process – apparently because my employer Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI, has my name as Calvert Theodore Roszell without the III, as on my social security card.
By phone I was told I need to type in a SS5
Please advise
L.A.
Hi Calvert. To correct your name on your Social Security number card, please follow the instructions found online. We hope this helps.
Philip E.
How do I apply for a replacement card for my son, a minor.
L.A.
Hi Philip. In most cases, you will rarely need to show your child’s Social Security card, just knowing your child’s Social Security number is what is important. If you live within the United States, and you must get a replacement card, learn more about how to do that here. If you live outside of the U.S., please contact your local Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) for assistance with Social Security matters. We hope this is helps.