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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

Mike Korbey, Deputy Commissioner for Communications

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Comments

  1. Charlotte G.

    Hello, I recently got married and want to change my last name on my card. I’m not clean on how to do that. Can I mail it in Or do I need to do it in person. I am close to the office in Cincinnati Ohio. Would I be able to go there to get this taking care of?

    • Charlotte G.

      Can I send in copy of marriage certificate and drivers license. I do not want to send originals thru the mail.

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Charlotte, thank you for using our blog. Congratulations on your marriage! Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page on how to change your name. 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.

  2. Nicole L.

    Need a new ssa card

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Nicole, 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.

  3. Mikhail s.

    Hi my name is mikhail and I need replacement card for social I’m having trouble online not to good with computers please help me

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Mikhail, 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 request that we 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.

  4. Stella m.

    Roger newfrild m not oaly

    !fucking mad I’m not playing don’t know I’m fly

  5. Elizabeth

    How can I get a new Social Security card ( First time- I never had one )

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Elizabeth, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to obtain a new or replacement Social Security card. For a new card, you will need to show the required documents. We need to see different documents depending on your citizenship and the type of card you are requesting. See Learn What Documents You Need to find out what documents you will have to provide. Check out our Social Security Number and Card web page for the application process. 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.

  6. Megan C.

    Help. I need replacement cards for my kids ASAP (ages 6 and 12), as documentation proof for housing assistance we desperately need, but all offices are still closed and they’re not old enough to request Through the online system. What do I do? We are going to lose the apartment if we don’t get these in very quickly

    • Vonda V.

      Thank you for using our blog, Megan. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for information on how to replace a Social Security card for a child. To learn more on the process and what documents you and your child will need to get a card, please visit our Learn what documents you will need to get a Social Security Card web page. You can contact your local Social Security office for assistance. 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.

  7. Julie C.

    I need to request for a replacement card because I had a name change. So, how can I get a replacement card.

    • Julie C.

      How I can get a replacement card which includes a name change if the office is closed because of Covid 19.

    • Julie C.

      Hi I need a name change on my social security card. How and where can I get this done?

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Julie, thank you for using our blog. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page on how to change your name. 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.

  8. tony

    The economy is doing so bad. People are in need of their Social Security card to look for work.

    The stock market is overpriced and just now popped. Credit card use is up not from an increase in consumer spending. Credit card use is up because less people are buying with cash.

    Oil stock went up on speculation last week that more people would be driving and traveling when the economy reopens. The oil reserve capacity filled up by 6 million barrels and they have no where to store the oil. Oil stocks are dropping like a rock.

    Retailers are going bankrupt and closing their door. Real estate sales have dropped and soon the ban on evictions will run out in most states.

    The DOJs is going after tech companies for antitrust because they are the only ones left with money to sue.

  9. Annette G.

    Please I need to replace my Social Security card

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Annette, 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.

  10. Anthony L.

    Y’all stupid bitches told me I wasn’t me an my information was wrong

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