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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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  1. snork

    Moved to texas, not allowed access to “my ss” for unclear reasons, need prove of ss card for drivers license, you are nothing but a sham infinite loop online, around and around and around

  2. Arthur s.

    I downloaded an ss5 for a replacement SSA’s card. Where do I mail it and how long does it take to get the card?

    • V.V.

      Hi Arthur, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Social Security Number and Card web page for details on how to get a new, replacement or corrected Social Security card including required documentation. If you are unable to apply online and you do not want to mail in your documents, which will be returned, you may need to wait for the offices to reopen. You can also call your local office and see if they will mail you an SSN printout instead of a replacement Social Security card. We are unable to process replacement Social Security card requests by phone at this time. Use our Social Security Office Locator to find your local office address. We hope this helps.

  3. Yuen L.

    I need to download a SS5 form to change my last name on my social security card. I am having problem locating it on the website. Please advise.

    • V.V.

      Hi Yuen, thank you for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page on how to change your name. For details on required documentation as well as the application, visit our Social Security Number and Card web page. If you do not want to mail in your documents, which will be returned, you may need to wait for the offices to reopen. Use our Social Security Office Locator to find your local office address. We hope this helps.

  4. Karen S.

    I am trying to request a replacement card for my minor children. How do I do this?

  5. Brianna C.

    I need a replacement social security card & I’m a minor

  6. Muriel R.

    I have tried to create an account in order to get a replacement SS card. The security questions asked by this credit report firm are terrible! I would have to have my credit report in front of me to answer any of them! I am older and don’t remember loans in 2012 that we “may or may not ” have taken out. The questions are ridiculous! Many banks have changed names since then and the options listed no longer match. There must be a better way to verify your identity on line than going through this arduous process. I’ve been blocked from trying again and need my card to work at my new job. I have called and received no help from the SSI staff. Since offices are closed, what are my alternatives?

    • V.V.

      Hi Muriel, thanks for using our blog. 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 apply online. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to apply for a replacement Social Security card. If you cannot request a replacement card online, call your local office and see if they will mail you an SSN printout instead of a replacement Social Security card. We are unable to process replacement Social Security card requests by phone at this time.

  7. Magda K.

    What do I need to do if I lost or misplaced my social security card?

  8. Martina R.

    Need a new as card please my card GOT destroyed in ..house a fire2

    • V.V.

      Hi Martina, thank you for your question. 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 apply online. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to apply for a replacement Social Security card. If you are unable to apply online and you do not want to mail in your documents, which will be returned, you may need to wait for the offices to reopen. Use our Social Security Office Locator to find your local office address. We hope this helps.

  9. Lyle F.

    My birthdate is wrong on my most recent social security statement that was sent to me. How do I correct it?

    • V.V.

      Hi Lyle, thank you for your question. To correct your date of birth on your Social Security record, you will need to apply for a replacement Social Security card and submit documentation. All documents must be either originals or certified copies. You will need to provide evidence of your age (for example, a U.S. public birth certificate) and current documentation for evidence of identity. See Learn What Documents You Need for a list of acceptable identity documents.

      Check out our Social Security Number and Card web page for details on how to get a new, replacement or corrected Social Security card.

  10. Laura

    Hi, my children immigration status changed. They are now US citizens. How can I update their status on their social security information?

    • V.V.

      Hi Laura, thanks for using our blog. To update their Social Security record, you will need to provide documentation. 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. If you do not want to mail in your documents, you may need to wait for the offices to reopen. Use our Social Security Office Locator to find your local office address.

      Visit our Social Security Number and Card web page for additional details.

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