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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Diane S.
My father is 88 years old and living in Florida for the winter. He had an injury which put it in the hospital. The hospital workers told him he had to get a new SS Card because his current card is too hard to read.
My father has tasked me with this chore. I am his power of attorney but have no photo id (in Ohio) or birth certificate for him. How can I proceed? Local SS offices have no phone access and are in a not-easily accessible office in Cleveland’s city center.
A.C.
Hi, Diane. Thank you for your question. We prefer a government issued document with your father’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 help him. 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 here. If your father is not capable of managing and directing his Social Security benefits, someone should consider applying to be her representative payee. Even if you are power of attorney, you, or someone else, would still need to apply to serve as his payee. To learn more about becoming a representative payee, please visit our Representative Payee webpage. We hope this helps.
Amy S.
Can I used an expired passport (October 2019) as a document to get a replacement ss card?
Thank you
A.C.
Hi, Amy. 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. Keep in mind you must present original documents or copies certified by the agency that issued them. We cannot accept photocopies or notarized copies. All documents must be current (not expired). We cannot accept a receipt showing you applied for the document. We hope this helps.
Joseph R.
I need a replacement social security card. Mine got wet and it was ruin.
A.C.
Hi, Joseph. 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.
Maureen B.
I am trying to download SS5 form to correct my name How can I download this form to take it to local office along with other ID documents?
A.C.
Hi, Maureen. To find out what you will need to change your name on your Social Security card and how to download the application, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions. We hope this helps.
Gail G.
I need a replacement social security card
L.A.
Hi Gail. 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. You may be eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. If you cannot get your replacement Social Security number card online, please visit our “Social Security Number and Card” internet page to learn more on the process, and what documents you will need to get a card. To find the nearest Social Security Office or Card Center in your area, click here. We hope this helps.
Myrna H.
Setting up an online account was a breeze, but am told on line that I cannot request a replacement social security card on line, reason is I’ve lost mine. I meet all the criteria listed, so why can I not request it on line? Tried calling “help desk” only to be told by voice driven system that no on was available. Very frustrating. Appreciate an answer.
L.A.
Hi Myrna. 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. You may be eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. If you cannot get your replacement Social Security number card online, please visit our “Social Security Number and Card” internet page to learn more on the process, and what documents you will need to get a card. To find the nearest Social Security Office or Card Center in your area, click here. We hope this helps.
Dawn M.
How can I get a replacement SS card for my 17 year old?
L.A.
Hi Dawn. 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. To get your replacement Social Security number card online, please visit our “Social Security Number and Card” internet page to learn more on the process, and what documents you will need to get a card. To find the nearest Social Security Office or Card Center in your area, click here. We hope this helps.
mary a.
different locations on SS website give differing info re replacement social security cards.
L.A.
Hi Mary. 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. You may be eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online. If you cannot get your replacement Social Security number card online, please visit our “Social Security Number and Card” internet page to learn more on the process, and what documents you will need to get a card. To find the nearest Social Security Office or Card Center in your area, click here. We hope this helps.
Kathryn K.
You sure make it difficult to find how to report and replace a lost Medicare Card. Where is the information to be found?
L.A.
Hi Kathryn. To get a replacement Medicare card, please visit Medicare’s website. We hope this helps.
L.A.
Hi Kathryn. Good news! If you need a replacement Medicare card or immediate proof that you have Medicare, you can take care of both online by creating or login to your personal my Social Security account. We hope this helps.
Russelle
My daughter is 15 years old and I need to request for her SS card. What form do we need to fill out for her or what is the process?
L.A.
Hi Russelle. Before you request a replacement card, you should first realize that your daughter may not need a replacement card. She will rarely need to show it. Knowing the Social Security number is what is important. But, if she must get a replacement Social Security card, here is how to apply for a replacement Social Security card. We hope this helps.
L.A.
Hi Russelle. 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. You can get a replacement Social Security by visiting our “Social Security Number and Card” internet page to learn more on the process, and what documents you will need to get a card. To find the nearest Social Security Office or Card Center in your area, click here. We hope this helps.