Do i mail my passport to the social security office
No, you should not mail your passport to the Social Security Administration (SSA) office. In fact, the SSA does not accept passports as identification or proof of citizenship.
If you need to provide proof of citizenship or identity to the SSA, you should bring one of the following documents:
- U.S. birth certificate
- U.S. naturalization certificate
- U.S. citizenship certificate
- Valid U.S. driver's license
- Valid government-issued ID (such as a state ID or employee ID)
If you're applying for a Social Security number or card, you may need to provide additional documentation, such as:
- Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, baptismal certificate, or hospital birth record)
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status (e.g., U.S. birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or valid visa)
- Proof of identity (e.g., valid driver's license, state ID, or government-issued ID)
You can find more information on the documents required for a Social Security number or card application on the SSA's website or by contacting your local SSA office.
As for your passport, it's best to keep it safe and secure, as it's a valuable document that can be used for international travel. If you need to make a copy of your passport, you can do so by scanning it or making a photocopy of the biographic page (the page with your name, date of birth, and photo). However, do not send your original passport to the SSA or any other government agency.