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Replace Your Social Security Card Online in 43 States and the District of Columbia

June 1, 2020 • By

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Last Updated: November 2, 2023

We’re pleased to announce that we’ve added Connecticut, Ohio, and Utah to the growing list of states where you can go online to replace your Social Security card. In many cases, you may not need a replacement card. Most of the time, simply knowing your Social Security number is enough.

If you do need to replace your lost or misplaced Social Security card, our online application makes getting a replacement card easier than ever. Online card replacement is available if you live in the District of Columbia or one of the 43 states that can verify state ID information for us. If you’re only requesting a replacement card and you’re making no changes, you may be able to use our free online service.

All you need to do is create a personal my Social Security account and meet certain requirements. Opening a personal my Social Security account is easy, convenient, and secure. We protect your information by using strict identity verification and security features. Once you have a personal account, simply follow the instructions to request a replacement Social Security card.

You can apply for a replacement card online, if you:

  • Are a U. S. citizen age 18 or older with a U.S. mailing address (this includes APO, FPO, and DPO addresses);
  • Are not requesting any changes to your card (including a name change); and
  • Have a valid driver’s license or state-issued identification card.

Now is a great time to go online because Social Security offices are currently closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you need a replacement card, please visit our website to find out if you can take advantage of this convenient online replacement service.

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Mike Korbey, Deputy Commissioner for Communications

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  1. Jonh k.

    Replace my social security

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Jonh, 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.

  2. efrain m.

    lost card

  3. Sandra Y.

    I live in California. Contrary to what this blog says, the Social Security web site will NOT allow me to replace my SS card online.

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Sandra, we are sorry to hear that you are experiencing difficulties. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for the various options on how to apply for a replacement Social Security card. 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. ralph c.

    where do i send my tax payment to federal account address
    thank you

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Ralph, thanks for using our blog. For taxation inquiries, please contact the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) at http://www.irs.gov or by calling their toll-free number at 1-800-829-1040.

  5. Voncille R.

    I’m on SSI do I get a stimulus check even if my son claimed me on his income tax

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Voncille, thank you for your question. Please visit the IRS Economic Impact Payments Information Center to answer your questions about eligibility, payment amounts, what to expect, when to expect it and more. If you are unable to find the answer, call the IRS hotline at 1-800-919-9835. Thanks!

    • R

      No. If you were claimed, unfortunately you aren’t eligible for the stimulus payment.

  6. Orlando R.

    Do We will receive the money the government is given to the people for corona virus even if we live overshore? because i haven’t receive anything.

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Orlando, thank you for your question. Please visit the IRS Economic Impact Payments Information Center to answer your questions about eligibility, payment amounts, what to expect, when to expect it and more. If you are unable to find the answer, call the IRS hotline at 1-800-919-9835. Thanks!

  7. Maria L.

    Good evening,Mr. Mike Korbey, Deputy Commissioner for Communications, how can I apply for my loss card, can I apply ON-Line?

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Maria, 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.

  8. Mr T.

    Thank sir for open and report! Issues my authority replacement my new ssa card! and how may I can apply for new of my wife of ssa card !

    • Vonda V.

      Hi there. Check out our Social Security Number and Card web page for details on how to obtain a new, replacement or corrected Social Security card. We hope this helps!

  9. Rosa

    Creo que debería de existir una aplicación reformada o actualizada de My Social Security, para ciudadanos residentes fuera de USA. Que no poseen un # de teléfono y una dirección postal. En Estados Unidos. Eso utilizaría los trámites de cualquier índole.

  10. Jose S.

    Web do we expectativas to have Puerto Rico in this system?

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