How do I know if my Social Security number is invalid?

How do I know if my Social Security number is invalid?

Procedure for identifying invalid SSNs. The first three digits (former area number) as “000,” “666,” or in the 900 series. The second group of two digits (former group number) as “00.” The third group of four digits (former serial number) as “0000.”

How do I get a temporary SS card?

You can visit the Social Security office in person or file the application online. But to get a temporary printout that same day, you need to go to the office. For security reasons, the federal government will not allow you to print your Social Security card yourself from the website.

What if a Social Security card says valid for work only with INS authorization?

Cards with the legend : “VALID FOR WORK ONLY WITH I N S AUTHORIZATION” are issued to people admitted to the United States on a temporary basis. This card allows that person to work only with Immigration and Naturalization Service authorization. It is VALID for claiming EITC.

Can I work without a Social Security card?

If you are new to the U.S., you can work without an SSN temporarily. However, you must apply for a number with the Social Security Administration, or the SSA, immediately, and provide it to your employer upon receipt and within 90 days of starting your job.

Can a non working spouse get Social Security?

A non-working spouse can’t qualify for benefits until the working spouse is eligible for Social Security retirement or disability income. The non-working spouse must be at least 62, with one exception. He can collect benefits at a younger age if he’s caring for the wage-earner’s under-16 child, if the child is on Social Security disability.

What documents do I need to get a Social Security card?

To Obtain a New Social Security Number and Card you will need to provide at least two documents to prove age, identity, and U.S. citizenship or current immigration status. To Obtain a Replacement Card, if lost or stolen, you must prove your identity and U.S. citizenship.

Can a non US citizen get a Social Security card?

If the non citizen is not permitted to work in the US, as many are not they cannot obtain a social security card, if the non citizen is married to a citizen, and their is a pending petition for their green card, and they applied for work authorization, they will be able to obtain a social security card, as they would be able to work.