UPDATE: On March 26, 2025, The Social Security Administration has announced last-minute changes to the new ID requirements they were set to roll out at the end of the month. An updated story can be ...

The Social Security Administration is changing its ID verification requirements next month, but when will the new guidelines take effect and who will they impact? The changes were slated to begin ...

To apply for a Social Security Number and card: • Complete an Application For A Social Security Card (Form SS-5); and • Show us original documents or copies certified by the issuing agency proving: o ...

When applying for a Social Security card, whether it's for an original, replacement, or correction, you must present original documents or certified copies issued by the agency. Photocopies or ...

The Social Security Administration has updated the changes they are making to identity verification measures, delaying the start date for the new requirements and adding some exceptions. “We have ...

Not everyone will, but some may need to do so in person. In an effort to limit fraudulent claims, the Social Security Administration will impose tighter identity-proofing measures — which will require ...