Your nine-digit Social Security number is your first and continuous connection with Social Security. It helps to identify and accurately record your covered wages or self-employment earnings. It is also used to monitor your record once you start getting benefits.

Apply In-Person

1. Prepare all the required documents that prove your Nationality, Age and Identity according to the requirements of the Social Security Agency. As shown in this link;Documents needed (navigate on the your left to find you the section that fits your criteria)
2. Complete the application form. Read through the instructions carefully as you fill in the form.
3. Application form can be downloaded and filled prior to the visit at the social security offices through this link: Application form
4. Submit your application to the social security agency/office near you.
5. Upon successful of your application, you document will be ascertained and the will begin to process your document.

Application by mail
You can complete the application by mailing your signed application form and documents to the relevant office of social security, Remember that all mailed documents will be returned to you by mail though the mail address you have provided.

Application when you Abroad
If you live outside of the United States, there are a number of Social Security Field Offices and American embassies and consulates who have specially trained personnel to assist you in seeking Social Security services. You can access information to contact our

Social Security and consular staff by locating your country in the link : Contact Info

NOTE: Guam is represented by the embassy of US abroad.

Documents that prove Your:

• Identity
• Age
• Nationality

Use this link to view the correct way present your documents:Required documents

Use this link to lactate the nearest social security office near you, you will be required to enter your zip code if necessary. SSA Office Locator

If you are not in US click on services outside the United States

Email support team: E-Mail

Please call toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) for assistance. Representatives are available between 7a.m. and 7p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information:Contact Social security Force

• You can get an original Social Security card or a replacement card if yours is lost or stolen. Just use the contact information above to find out if you are eligible for these services.

• There are no charge for social security card

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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• Within weeks of application

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• Read through the instructions on the application form provided above before filling it.

• Date of birth
• Place of birth
• Age
• Nationality
• Ethnicity
• Name of Parents

• A Social Security number is important because you need it to get a job, collect Social Security benefits and get some other government services. You should keep your Social Security card in a safe place with your other important papers and avoid giving it out unnecessarily.

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www.ssa.gov SS Number
Social security office locator and resources
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Social security Office locations

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