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The Social Security Card (SSC) is one of the most important documents used in the U.S. to identify individuals for Social Security purposes. In addition, the Social Security card is often used as a proof of identity needed in contact with authorities, employers, banks, insurance companies, etc. We will gladly help you with the application for the Social Security Number.
The Social Security Card (SSC) is the identification document on which the social security number is located. It is issued by the Social Security Administration (SSA) issued and is similar in shape and size to a credit card.
The Social Security Card does not have the cardholder's photo on it, nor does it have personal information such as date of birth. Therefore, the Social Security Card does not serve as a substitute for primary proof of identity – such as an ID card or passport – everywhere.
Although the Social Security Card contains the notation of whether or not its holder may take a job in the U.S., the card itself is not a work permit.
For whom: US citizens and aliens permanently residing in the US
Work Permit: Unrestricted work permit
For whom: Temporary resident aliens in the US
Work Permit: Temporary work permit, endorsement: "Valid for work only with DHS (Department of Homeland Security) Authorization".
For whom: Mainly for "welfare" applicants, for example: socially vulnerable families or physically or mentally disabled persons.
Work Permit: No work permit, note: "Not valid for Employment"
The social security number (SSN) is primarily used to notify US authorities of the holder's salary so that individual social benefits can be calculated, to which the person is entitled. The registration for tax is also made via the social security number.
In addition, a wide range of business transactions processed in the USA with the help of the social security number. These are, for example:
This social security number consists of 9 digits (XXX-YY-ZZZZ) and is assigned only once per person, i.e. each person has the same number throughout his or her life.
The following groups of persons receive a social security number in the USA:
Generally, most US citizens over the age of 12 already have a social security number and therefore do not need to reapply for it at a later date.
The application process for a social security number is as follows:
Exceptions:
The Social Security Number must be registered in a branch of the Social Security Administration (SSA) be applied for. This application must be made within the U.S. for non-immigrant visa applicants. You can find a location near you by entering your zip code on the site of the social security office locator.
Applicants for immigrant visas, the so-called Green Cards, can also apply for a Social Security Card outside the United States after it has been approved. In Germany, for example, the US consulate in Frankfurt am Main a branch of the SSA in which the application is possible.
We will be happy to advise and assist you in applying for a social security card. We can help you in the following areas, among others:
If you have lost or had your social security card stolen, you can request a new one through the aforementioned application process.
It is better not to have the social security card with you, but to keep it in a safe place, as it is a very important document and considerable damage can occur if it falls into the wrong hands.
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