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Replace Your Social Security Card Online

May 2, 2019 • By

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" "Need to replace your lost or misplaced Social Security card? If you live in a qualifying state, our online application makes getting a replacement card easier than ever. There’s no need to sit in traffic or visit a local office or Card Center.

As long as you’re only requesting a replacement card, and no other changes, you can use our free online service from the comfort of your home or office. All you need to do is create a personal my Social Security account.

Your identity and personal information matter to us. We protect your information by using strict identity verification and security features. The application process has built-in features to detect fraud and confirm your identity. Once you have a personal account, simply follow the instructions to replace your Social Security card.

In many cases, even if you lost your card, you may not need a replacement. Most of the time, simply knowing your Social Security number is enough. Visit our website to find out whether you can request your replacement Social Security card online or what the requirements are in your area on our website.

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Darlynda Bogle, Assistant Deputy Commissioner

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Comments

  1. faye j.

    Don’t understand why a password could not be given to me via email. Why do I have to have it sent to my address, which means another delay in getting a social security card replacement.

    • V.V.

      Hi Faye, we are sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing. If you cannot request a replacement card online, you can call your local office and request that we mail you an SSN printout instead of a replacement Social Security card. Unfortunately, we are unable to process replacement Social Security card requests by phone at this time.

  2. David A.

    Hello,
    I need to replace my minor daughters social security card. When I create an account on line, Am I right to assume to create the account in her name since it is her card? Or mine since she is a minor? Thank you
    David A. VanNorman

  3. mario a.

    the my account feature wont accept some of my info.mario 562 204 7852

    • V.V.

      Hi Mario, thanks for using our blog. We are sorry to hear you are having difficulties creating a my Social Security account. 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. claire m.

    I filled out the information for my replacement card as it was when I applied years ago, but that was not correct, so I don’t know what info i need to put down so that the original information can be located.

    • V.V.

      Hi Claire, thanks for using our blog. 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. Kathleen M.

    Good Luck getting one online/OR/for that matter getting any help. Rudest most uncooperative people ever. Between “not my department, we don’t do that”, to “I don’t know” got exactly no where. One of them didn’t even know the address I needed to send the application (with my “original” drivers license in the MAIL! R they crazy? Just need a replacement SSCard AND ONLINE DOES NOT WORK!

  6. Kathleen M.

    I need a replacement SSCard. I filled out the SS5 form but SSgov says it will not process. I might have made a mistake or left something out but I don’t know what. I can not retrieve the application. It also won’t let me do another one. At least not I haven’t been able to.

    • V.V.

      Hi Kathleen, thanks for using our blog. 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.

  7. Susan

    I apply for a card two weeks ago and I did not get my card yet and I need it today

    • Susan H.

      I apply for a SS card two weeks ago and I did not get my card yet and I need it today

    • V.V.

      Hi Susan, thanks for using our blog. For security reasons, we do not have access to information about your Social Security card application in this venue. You certainly can call your local Social Security office to check on the status. In the meantime, you can request that your local office mail you an SSN printout. Unfortunately, we are unable to process replacement Social Security card requests by phone at this time.

  8. jamesfrankhodges

    lost my social security card

    • V.V.

      Hi James, 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. George E.

    I filled out the form correctly and got a message they could not find me.

  10. phaniel s.

    i need my card to be in my possession.

    • V.V.

      Hi Phaniel, thanks for using our blog to ask 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. Visit our Social Security Number and Card page to learn how. 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. Unfortunately, we are unable to process replacement Social Security card requests by phone at this time.

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