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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. Cyndi

    Am trying to obtain a replacement card. Cannot set up my User Account!!!

    • S.D.

      Hi, Cyndi. We’re sorry you’re having difficulty creating your my Social Security account. If you still need help, please review our Frequently Asked Question. Our call volume and wait times are longer than normal, so we ask for your patience.

      If you cannot request a replacement Social Security card online, please review the instructions here for submitting the required form and documents by mail. We hope this is helpful.

  2. Eddie S.

    i have lost my SS benefit payment card.
    Can I get another one so that I can get my money?

    • S.D.

      Hi, Eddie. Thank you for reading our blog and for your question. If your Direct Express® Card is lost or stolen, immediately call the Direct Express® card Customer Service Department at 1-888-741-1115. A customer service representative will assist you and a new card will be sent to you. If you are interested in direct deposit, check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on how to sign up. We hope this helps.

  3. Devin R.

    Starting a new job and they need a copy of my social security card, but I cannot find it. I have applied to get another one, but is there anyway I can get a temporary one to give my employer until my replacement card comes in the mail.

    • S.D.

      Hi, Devin. Thank for your reading our blog and for your question. If you need proof of your Social Security number, please call your local office and ask the representative to mail you an SSN printout. If you need more details, check out our Social Security and Coronavirus web page. We hope this helps!

  4. Patrick N.

    Hi, I am trying to get my real ID driver license I have my original birth certificate, my current driver license, and my 2018 W-2. The DMV would not let me inside until I had my soc security card, which I lost. I created an acct here, I filled everything out , and at the end of the process, it says I cannot get a soc sec card online. The soc security offices are closed in my area , so I have no options left. How do I get the soc card now? Thanks for your help. Pat

    • V.V.

      Hi Patrick, thanks for the question. Check out our Social Security and Coronavirus web page for details on getting help with your Social Security number. We hope this helps!

  5. shari

    This online stuff does not work and it is too intrusive

  6. Suzanne G.

    How do I replace my daughter’s social security card?

  7. AMY D.

    I NEED TO GET A REPLACEMENT SS CARD FOR MY MINOR DAUGHTER. HOW DO I DO THAT ONLINE?

    • V.V.

      Thank you for using our blog, Amy. That is not something that you can do online. 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. Use our Social Security Office Locator to find your local office address. We hope this helps.

      • Julie W.

        I have the same request but our local office isn’t making any in-person appts.
        How do we request cards online ?

  8. Demario R.

    i need a replacement card i lost mines mow i need a new one to get a job

    • V.V.

      Hi Demario, 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. Check out our Social Security and Coronavirus web page for details on getting help with your Social Security number. We hope this helps!

  9. BRANDON G.

    I’m trying to apply for replacement card but it tells me I don’t match info. I don’t what info.

    • V.V.

      Hi Brandon, 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. Check out our Social Security and Coronavirus web page for details on getting help with your Social Security number. We hope this helps!

  10. Marlene M.

    I need a replacement card; everything is the same. ***-**-**** is my SS number.

    • V.V.

      Hi Marlene, 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. Check out our Social Security and Coronavirus web page for details on getting help with your Social Security number. We hope this helps!

    • Adam

      Yes I need a card for my file , I understand I can use my 1099 irs form but I would I like to have a copy , I’m in the process of getting my real id drivers license , even though I just did this before we relocated from Ma to RI
      RI will not recognize my Ma real id Adam Lotz jr

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