Replace Your Social Security Card Online
Reading Time: 1 MinuteLast Updated: November 3, 2023
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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Jason c.
Lost my Social Security Card
Consuelo G.
If i need to go the Social Security Office if
my status change from Permanent Resident to
naturalization
My question is If i need to report it?
FLOYD R.
I TRIED TO SET UP AN ACCOUNT TO GET MY SOCIAL SECURITY CARD REPLACED BUT IT SAID MY NUMBER WAS NOT IN THE SYSTEM. I CANT GET MY ID WITHOUT MY SOCIAL SECURITY CARD.
Vonda V.
Hi Floyd, 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. 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.
Brian H.
I have lost my social security card and need a replacement
Vonda V.
Hi Brian, 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. 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.
Julie D.
can I replace my child’s social security card online? I can’t find an online option for a minor.
Vonda V.
Thank you for using our blog, Julie. 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. If you do not want to mail in 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.
Shirley A.
What proof of identification is needed to get a replacement ss card?
Vonda V.
Hi Shirley, thanks for using our blog. Check out our Social Security Number and Card we page which details how to get a new, replacement or corrected Social Security card including what documents you need. We hope this helps!
Rjay
Cannot get replace social security card online is say notify local office. I spent all this time setting up an account to get a replacement card only to find out that its says notify local office.
Rjay
Please remove this article as its false. It leads people to think that the “my social security” portal tax payers are paying for is actually useful. It is not.
Robert J.
I lost my social security card. May I get a replacement via mail (without going to offfice) ?
Vonda V.
Hi Robert, 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.
henry p.
I received an email from SSA today stating a replacement Social Security card can be applied for online. I went into my personal SS acount twice using the submitted security codes provided and each time the site stated replacement SS cards can not be apllied for on line. Why does site state it can not be done when your email says it can?
Vonda V.
Hi Henry, thanks for using our blog. We are sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing with obtaining a replacement Social Security card in your my Social Security account. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for alternatives if unable to request online.
Karen S.
HOW DO I REPLACE MY 5YR OLD CHILD’S SOCIAL SECURITY CARD? IT Says you must be 18 or older to set up an account with a 5yr olds ssnumber
Vonda V.
Hi Karen, thanks for using our blog. 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. 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.