Mail social security card

To mail a Social Security card, you'll need to follow these steps:

Who can request a replacement Social Security card:

• You (the cardholder) or
• A legal guardian or representative (with proper documentation)

What you'll need:

• A completed Application for a Social Security Card (Form SS-5)
• Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, U.S. passport, or immigration documents)
• Proof of U.S. citizenship (e.g., U.S. birth certificate, U.S. passport, or naturalization certificate)
• Proof of identity (e.g., driver's license, state ID, or current Social Security card)
• A photocopy of both sides of your ID

How to fill out the application:

1. Download and print the Application for a Social Security Card (Form SS-5) from the Social Security Administration's (SSA) website or pick one up from your local SSA office.
2. Fill out the application completely and accurately. Make sure to sign it.
3. If you're applying for a replacement card for a child, you'll need to provide the child's birth certificate and proof of citizenship.

How to mail the application:

1. Attach the required documents to the application, including the photocopy of both sides of your ID.
2. Mail the application and documents to the address listed on the form:
   • For residents of Alaska, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands: Social Security Administration, P.O. Box 17010, Baltimore, MD 21297-1010
   • For all other states: Social Security Administration, 1100 West High Rise Building, Baltimore, MD 21235-0001
3. Make sure to use first-class mail and keep a copy of the application and documents for your records.

Processing time:

The SSA will process your application and mail a replacement Social Security card to you within 10-14 weeks. If you need a replacement card sooner, you can visit your local SSA office.

Tips:

• Make sure to sign the application and attach all required documents.
• Use a secure and trackable mail service, such as USPS tracking, to ensure your application is delivered to the SSA.
• If you're applying for a replacement card for a child, make sure to include the child's birth certificate and proof of citizenship.

Remember to keep your Social Security card in a safe and secure location to prevent loss or theft.