FAQ: What to do when you lose your social security card?

What do I do if I lose my Social Security card?

If your Social Security card is lost or stolen, you can replace it for free through the Social Security Administration (SSA) website, by visiting a local SSA office or through the mail.

Can you put a freeze on your Social Security number?

Here are some steps to take for a lost or stolen Social Security card: 1. Consider placing a fraud alert or a security freeze on your credit reports or locking them. Security freezes help prevent access to your credit reports to open new credit accounts, with certain exceptions.

Can you get a new Social Security card if you lose yours?

You can get an original Social Security card or a replacement card if yours is lost or stolen. There is no charge for a Social Security card. This service is free.

How do I report a lost Social Security card?

If your wallet or purse containing your Social Security card is stolen, contact your local police department as soon as possible to file a theft report. Also, contact the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213 to request a replacement Social Security card.

How bad is it if you lose your Social Security card?

Having your Social Security card lost or stolen may expose you to identity theft and fraud, lost finances, and damaged credit.

How can I get a second Social Security number and start over legally?

People who want to ask for a new Social Security number must:

1. Apply in person at a Social Security office;
2. Complete an application;
3. Provide a statement explaining the reasons for needing a new number;
4. Provide current, credible, third-party evidence documenting the reasons for needing a new number; and.

How do I check to see if someone is using my Social Security number?

at 1-877-IDTHEFT (1-877-438-4338) or go to: www.identitytheft.gov/ To order a copy of your Social Security Administration earnings and benefits statement, or to check whether someone has used your Social Security number to get a job or to avoid paying taxes, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/statement/.

How can I check to see if someone is using my Social Security number?

To see if your Social Security number is being used by someone else for employment purposes, review your Social Security Statement at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount to look for suspicious activity. Finally, you’ll want to use additional scrutiny by regularly checking your bank and credit card accounts online.

Can you change your SSN?

The Social Security Administration generally does not encourage or allow you to change your Social Security number, except under certain circumstances. You can change your SSN if you can prove that using your existing number will cause you harm, such as in cases of abuse or harassment.

What happens if you lose 10 Social Security cards?

If you lost your card, you‘ll need to request a replacement form for a Social Security card from the Social Security Administration (SSA). You can apply online by choosing the replacement tab for your lost security card. Requesting a replacement card is not eligible for all 50 states.

How do I replace my Social Security card without ID?

You’ll need to show us a U.S. driver’s license, a state issued non-driver identification card, or a U.S. passport to prove your identity. Sometimes you may also need to prove your current U.S. citizenship or lawful noncitizen status with a birth certificate or passport.

Do I need my parents Social Security number to get a new Social Security card?

If you’re applying for the card on behalf of a minor, you must supply the parents‘ Social Security numbers unless they were never issued one.

Should I report a lost Social Security card?

Lost or Stolen Social Security Card

If your wallet or purse containing your Social Security card is stolen, contact your local police department to file a theft report. You should also contact SSA directly to request a replacement Social Security card.

Can I get my Social Security card the same day?

Can I Replace My Social Security Card the Same Day? You can request a replacement Social Security card online the same day you gather your required documents. However, you will not receive your new card that day. Your new Social Security card will take some time to arrive in the mail.

Who can legally ask for social security number?

There is no law that prevents businesses from asking for your SSN. And you may be denied service if you don‘t give the number. If giving your SSN to a business doesn’t seem reasonable to you, ask if you can show another form of identification. Or ask if the business can use another number as your customer number.