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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. Mizriam K.

    Can I apply for my son social security card online? It got lost.
    How or where do I apply?

  2. Joseph D.

    applied for a replacement card but have no response.

  3. PAUL

    trying to find on line application to replace my SSN without cost is that possible

    • PAUL

      trying to find where I can apply on line free my SSN without cost

      • R.F.

        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” web page. Thanks!

  4. PAUL

    NEED REPLACEMENT LOST SSN ASAP

  5. Annie R.

    My wallet was stolen from me, and I was so used to having all my cards in one place, I am lost now. I do not have my card, I think I can guess what it might be, but I don’t want to take the chance of being wrong.It ,along with my drivers license, insurance cards are gone with the pictures of my children and grandchildren. I do not want help for something devious, I am infuriated that my wallet and all it’s contents are gone. Is it possible to get a duplicate ?

    • R.F.

      Hello Annie, we prefer a government issued document with your picture, as proof of identity to replace your Social Security card. If you do not have one or you cannot get one within a reasonable amount of time, 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 you submit, must be an original or certified copy, current (not expired) and show your name, and other identifying information (date of birth or age).
      Also, realize that you may not need a replacement card. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing your 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” web page. We hope this helps!

  6. Peter M.

    My Number. *** – ** – *** last was on old paper card. Maybe lost in Washing machine/ dryer? Was on old expired blue WI. medical assistance card. LOST! But newer white card doesn’t PETE

  7. Peter M.

    I KNOW MY SS NUMBER BUT OLD CARD CANNOT FIND! P

    • R.F.

      Hi Peter, we prefer a government issued document with your picture, as proof of identity to replace your Social Security card. If you do not have one or you cannot get one within a reasonable amount of time, 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 you submit, must be an original or certified copy, current (not expired) and show your name, and other identifying information (date of birth or age).
      Also, realize that you may not need a replacement card. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing your 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” web page. We hope this helps!

  8. Shelley Y.

    My social security card was stolen I need a replacement please thank you

    • J.Y.

      Thank you for reaching out to us, Shelly. We’re sorry to hear about your stolen Social Security card. You rarely need to show your Social Security card, knowing your number is what’s important. However, if you must get a replacement card, learn more on how to do this at http://www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/. If you are concerned that someone could misuse your Social Security number, and would like to learn more about “Identity Theft And Your Social Security Number” check out our publication at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/EN-05-10064.pdf. We hope this is helpful.

  9. Timothy W.

    How do I get a replacement as number online ?

  10. Timothy W.

    I need a replacement as number ASAP

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