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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. John M.

    Nice Post..with useful information. Thanks this blog really help me a lot. I was seeking fro

  2. Timothy B.

    Can i get the ss replacement card application form sent to me by email
    trdubzmillion94@yahoo.com

    • Ann C.

      Hi, Timothy. First, realize that you may not need a replacement card. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing the Social Security number is what is important. To see if you’re eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online, to learn more on the process and what documents you will need to get a card or even print an application, please visit our Social Security Number and Card page. Keep in mind all submitted documents must be either originals or copies certified by the issuing agency and must (unless otherwise indicated) have been issued within the last two years. We cannot accept photocopies or notarized copies of documents. Once you’ve submitted all the needed documents, it can take up to 10 business days from the date we received the application to mail a replacement card. We hope this helps.

  3. Sampson K.

    I just wrote a nice comment about replacing ss cards.

  4. Sampson K.

    I realize ss gets alot of mail requesting replacement cards or new cards. This is a hugh job and it takes patience and time to do the job;

  5. Sampson K.

    I just posted a comment.

  6. Sampson K.

    Benefits are great thing to have for people who really need them. Some times people that need help don’t get it and end up up losing everything or worse.

  7. Ron M.

    I have a card already for my 16 year old that was internationally adopted at 4 months old in 2003. I took the passport that I just applied and got for her to my local office to change her status to citizen from “alien able to work”. They could not do this. Because I applied for the passport before she was 16 it is a 5 year expiration but it was issued after her birthday due to paperwork delays. They said the system would not let them enter the 5 year expiration in the system to update her because she is over 16. A supervisor came over and neither still knew what to do. I had all her other adoption decress and such but they said those did not work. I called the 800 number and they referred me back to the local office. What do I need to do to update her? I have a valid passport and adoption proof that shows I adopted her and I am a US born and residing citizen.

    • Ann C.

      Hi, Ron. We are sorry to hear about your frustration. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community to continue to work with our offices with specific questions. You can contact your local Social Security office and ask to speak to a supervisor or manager. We hope this is resolved soon.

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  9. Patricia S.

    Trying to make a account for us both. Can’t make a account to get a replacement ssi card for my husband. I am his payee

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Patricia, thanks for using our blog. Our current policy does not allow people to set up my Social Security accounts for others, even if you are their representative payee. If you have specific questions, please call 1-800-772-1213 Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and speak to one of our representatives.

  10. Mark W.

    I have an account – Where can i get my SS card replacement. It keeps taking me in circles.

    • Vonda V.

      Hi Mark. You can use a my Social Security account to request a replacement Social Security card online if you:
      • Are a U.S. citizen age 18 years or older with a U.S. mailing address;
      • Are not requesting a name change or any other change to your card; and
      • Have a driver’s license or a state-issued identification card from one of the many participating states. If your state does not yet participate in this service, check back soon. More states are added regularly.

      If you cannot apply for a card online, 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 show.

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