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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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  1. PEGGY A.

    i need a replacement ss card please.
    Peggy Ann Hutton (maiden Novak)
    5757 Preble County Line Rd.
    Lewisburg OH 45338
    thank you

    previous names Peggy Ann Oppie
    Peggy Ann Moore

    • V.V.

      Hi Peggy, 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. 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.

  2. Federico L.

    I need a new social security card to replace my first lost one. My ss# is *** – ** – ***

    • V.V.

      Hi Federico, 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. 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. Konstantinos A.

    Over twenty years ago I had a Social Security Card, I moved back to my native country of Greece. I presently returned to the USA. I can not remember my Social Security number which would make everything much easier. How can I get a new card when I can not remember my SS number?

    • V.V.

      Hi Konstantinos, thanks for using our blog. 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 for assistance or you can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.

  4. Dorjee s.

    I lost my social security card

    • V.V.

      Hi Dorjee, 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. 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.

  5. Rachel D.

    WHERE DO I FIND THE FORM FOR A REPLACEMENT SOCIAL SECURITY CARD. WE HAVE TRIED ON LINE AND YOU CANNOT READ OUR DRIVERS LICENSE OR PASSPORT. WE NEED THE ACTUAL FORM. THANK YOU.

    RachelDurham485@Yahoo.com

  6. Jatinder K.

    Hi…when will ssa fd offices open….?

    • A.C.

      Hi, Jatinder. Thanks for your question. Our offices remain closed to the public for face-to-face service. We are still able to provide critical services via phone, fax and online. For more information and to subscribe for updates, visit here. Thanks!

  7. Corey c.

    I need an ss5

    • V.V.

      Hi Corey, 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. We hope this helps!

  8. privacy m.

    Stop post people’s full name this BS.

  9. Carol W.

    The system seem to have a problem of identifying people. I have entered all the correct information. I used my last W2 and still it cannot complete the process. I have lived at the sane address for over 20 years and this is where statements are mailed.

    When I called same issue. There are no locks on my credit report, which is the reason given.

  10. Rafael M.

    I live on Katy Texas I gain the citizenship and I need to change my social security card

    • V.V.

      Congratulations, Rafael! You will need to update your Social Security record by showing us your Certificate of Naturalization and completing an application for a replacement card. All documents must be either originals or certified copies by the issuing agency. We cannot accept photocopies or notarized copies of documents. 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.

      Visit our Social Security Number and Card web page for details on requesting a new, replacement or corrected Social Security card.

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