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If you are applying for an original Social Security card for a child under age 18, you MUST show the parents' Social Security numbers unless the parent was never assigned a Social Security number.
If you download, print and complete a paper form, please mail or take it to your local Social Security office or the office that requested it from you. Important Note: PDFs you open from this page may default to opening within a browser, depending on your browser settings.
Depending on your situation, you may be able to apply for a replacement card online. If not, you'll need to make an appointment at a local office. Answer a few questions about yourself, and we'll show you the best way to make your request.
Original Social Security Card To apply for an original card, you must provide at least two documents to prove age, identity, and U.S. citizenship or current lawful, work-authorized immigration status.
Most card and record requests can be made online. If you need in-person help, you must make an appointment at a local office. Choose your task to learn the best way to make a request.
Change name with Social Security You’ll make this change by requesting a replacement Social Security card. We’ll mail your free replacement card after we update your record.
Request a Social Security number for the first time. Social Security numbers and cards are free.
When you request a replacement or a corrected Social Security card, you must show us proof of your identity, immigration status and work authorization. In addition, if you need to change or correct any information on your Social Security card, you need to show us certain documents about the change. We can only accept certain documents.
You can use your account to request a replacement Social Security card, check the status of an application, estimate future benefits, or manage the benefits you already receive. Many of our notices are now available online.
• Fill in the name, date of birth, and social security number of the subject of the record. • Fill in the name and address of the person or organization of where you want us to send the requested information.