To obtain a Social Security card, especially as a first-time applicant for a Social Security Number, you will need to provide specific documents that prove your identity, age, and U.S. citizenship or immigration status.
What Documents Do I Need for a Social Security Card?
For a first-time application for a Social Security Number card, you generally need to provide the following essential documents:
- Application for a Social Security Card (Form SS-5): This is the official application form that must be completed and submitted.
- Proof of Age: Your original birth certificate.
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship (if applicable):
- Your original birth certificate.
- Your original Consular Report of Birth Abroad (if applicable).
- Your valid U.S. passport (duly signed).
It is crucial to submit original documents or copies certified by the issuing agency. The Social Security Administration (SSA) cannot accept photocopies or notarized copies of documents.
Required Documents Breakdown
Here's a detailed look at the documents typically required for a first-time Social Security card application:
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