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Social Security card: documents checklist

What people usually need to apply for a new or replacement Social Security card.

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Completed Form SS-5
Proof of identityFor example a driver's licence, state ID or passport.
Proof of US citizenship or lawful immigration statusFor example a birth certificate, passport or immigration papers.
Proof of age, if it is not covered by your other papers
Proof of a name change, if it applies
Original documents or copies certified by the issuing agencyCheck the current rules. Photocopies are usually not accepted.
Way to get your card by mail

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Official site: Social Security Administration

This is a general guide, not an official list. Rules and accepted documents change and differ by office, so always confirm with the official website before you go. Last updated November 2026.

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