Can i get a new ss number

You can apply for, replace, or modify your Social Security card. You also can find out how to get a different Social Security number. 

Social Security cards are free. There is no cost to apply. 

If you are requesting a new card, you must apply by mail or in person at a Social Security office. If you need a replacement card and are a U.S. citizen age 18 or older with valid state-issued identification, you can also apply online using your "my Social Security account."

Find a Social Security Office.

Get a new Social Security number.

Required Documents for Applying for a Social Security Card

Your application for a Social Security number and card must include two personal identification documents: 

• Your birth certificate or your passport

Plus one of these unexpired photo IDs: 

• U.S. driver license
• Non-driver State ID  (or non-driver photo ID card)
• Passport 
• Employee ID card
• School ID card
• Health insurance card
• U.S. military ID card

Your application in person or by mail must include original documents (not photocopies). Your original IDs will be returned to you.

Apply for a Social Security card.

Required Documents for Replacing a Social Security Card

Your application for a replacement Social Security card must include one of these original, unexpired photo IDs: 

• U.S. driver license
• Non-driver State ID  (or non-driver photo ID card)
• Passport 
• Employee ID card
• School ID card
• Health insurance card
• U.S. military ID card

Your application in person or by mail must include the original ID (not a photocopy). Your original ID will be returned to you.

Replace a Social Security card.

Change your name on your Social Security card.

Additional Assistance

You can get more information and assistance through the Social Security Administration.

Online

Get Social Security information and assistance.

By Phone

• Agency: United States Social Security Administration
• Phone Number: (800) 772-1213
• Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 7 AM - 7 PM
• Staff is available through the automated phone system during business hours. Automated assistance is also available in Spanish. Most languages are available through a staff person.

1. Visit the SSS Website: www.sss.gov.ph. Click the icon: NO SS NUMBER YET? APPLY ONLINE!
2. Accomplish all fields of the online form correctly and click SUBMIT
   Note: A link shall be sent to the registered email, which will enable the registrant to continue with the SS Number application.
3. After clicking on the link, supply all required information from Basic Information up to Beneficiaries Information correctly.
4. Prior to the generation of an SS Number, review and correct the electronically filled out registration form.
5. Click the "Generate SS Number" button then wait for the system to display the generated SS Number and an option to print the ePersonal Record Form and SS Number Slip. The registrant will also receive an email confirmation indicating the generated SS Number, a copy of the SS Number Slip, and further instructions on completing the application.
6. Print the ePersonal Record Form, SS Number Slip, and the SS Number Application Confirmation email body sent to you by the SS Number Issuance System.
7. Go to the nearest SSS Branch and submit your printed records together with the required documentary requirements.

• If married, bring a copy of your Marriage Contract/Certificate
• If with child(ren), also bring a copy(ies) of the Birth Certificate(s)
• For Non-Working Spouse, your working spouse must sign before his/her name on the printed ePersonal Record Form.
  The signature will signify that your spouse agrees with your SSS membership.
  

Reminders:

The registrant's membership status with SSS shall remain "Temporary" until the required supporting documents have been submitted to the nearest SSS Branch.

Submission of required documents will convert the registrant?s membership status with SSS from "Temporary" to "Permanent".

Availment of loans and benefits (subject to qualifying conditions) and UMID card application (with at least one posted contribution) will be allowed only for "Permanent" membership status.

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