Address to mail application for social security card
Here is the address to mail your application for a Social Security card:
United States Social Security Administration
P.O. Box 17715
Knoxville, TN 37914-7015
Or
United States Social Security Administration
Attn: Social Security Card Application
300 N. Greene St., Room 103
Amarillo, TX 79107
Or
United States Social Security Administration
Attn: Social Security Card Application
230 S. Derbov Ave., Room 101
Dallas, TX 75202
Note: You can also apply for a Social Security card online or by visiting your local Social Security office.
Application Form:
You can download and print the application form (SS-5) from the Social Security Administration's website or pick one up from your local Social Security office.
Required Documents:
To apply for a Social Security card, you will need to provide proof of your identity and U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status. Acceptable documents include:
- U.S. birth certificate
- U.S. passport
- U.S. citizenship or naturalization certificate
- Valid U.S. driver's license
- Valid state ID
- Proof of lawful alien status (e.g., green card)
Fees:
There is no fee to apply for a Social Security card.
Processing Time:
The processing time for a Social Security card application can vary depending on the workload of the Social Security Administration. In general, it can take 2-4 weeks to receive your new card.
Tips:
- Make sure to sign your application and provide all required documents.
- If you are applying for a replacement card, you will need to provide proof of identity and citizenship or lawful alien status.
- If you are applying for a name change, you will need to provide proof of the name change (e.g., marriage certificate, court order).