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What Can I Do To Get A Social Security Number?

I arrived in USA in Feb 2022. It has been 16 weeks. I still have not received SS Card or Number
Have written emails, called, sent application. No result. Any advce

Hi. The following Social Security website includes instructions for non-U.S. citizens to apply for a Social Security number (SSN): https://www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/ss5doc.htm. I don't know how long it is currently taking Social Security to process such applications, though. You might want to try calling Social Security at 800-772-1213 to see if they can provide you with a status report.

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
Jun 13 2022 - 1:38pm
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