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Q: Can I request Social Security Online?

You can complete an application for Retirement, Spouses, Medicare or Disability Benefits online. If you cannot submit your application online: You can call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778); or. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, visits to our offices are by appointment only for certain services.

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Need to replace your lost or misplaced Social Security card? If you live in a qualifying state, our online application makes getting a replacement card easier than ever. There’s no need to sit in traffic or visit a local office or Card Center.

As long as you’re only requesting a replacement card, and no other changes, you can use our free online service from the comfort of your home or office. All you need to do is create a personal my Social Security account.

Your identity and personal information matter to us. We protect your information by using strict identity verification and security features. The application process has built-in features to detect fraud and confirm your identity. Once you have a personal account, simply follow the instructions to replace your Social Security card.

In many cases, even if you lost your card, you may not need a replacement. Most of the time, simply knowing your Social Security number is enough. Visit our website to find out whether you can request your replacement Social Security card online or what the requirements are in your area on our website.

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You can complete an application for Retirement, Spouse's, Medicare or Disability Benefits online. If you cannot submit your application online: You can call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778); or. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, visits to our offices are by appointment only for certain services.

You should usually receive it within 7-10 business days from that time. Because we are experiencing slight delays in processing mail-in Social Security card applications, it may take us between 2-4 weeks to process a mail-in application and return the evidence.

Once you complete your application (online or in-person), we will mail the card after we process the application. Please understand that we don't issue cards at our offices. If you need to visit an office, we encourage you to first check the office's status at our Office Closings and Emergencies page.

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