In case your card is stolen, you should report theft to the Federal Trade Commission right away, and you may want to place a fraud alert on your credit reports. The Social Security citizen guide, on ...

Yes, you can get a credit card without a Social Security number. The main difference between an SSN and an ITIN is that an SSN is issued to U.S. citizens and eligible noncitizens, whereas an ITIN ...

The agency has said that the paper SSN cards will remain available, and the digital version is an optional enhancement, not a mandatory replacement. "This is the SSA finally catching up with the ...

Starting May 2025, losing your Social Security card will no longer be a hassle. Beneficiaries in the U.S. can access their Social Security Number (SSN) digitally, securely, and without paperwork ...

A new and digital alternative to the traditional Social Security card will be available by early summer, the Social Security Administration announced Friday. The agency will introduce a feature ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is revolutionizing access to Social Security numbers (SSNs) by introducing a digital option. This summer, individuals will be able to securely view their ...

TOP WAYS TO SAFEGUARD YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER Why the SSA is releasing digital SSNs in 2025 There are a few big reasons the SSA is rolling this out now: Aging physical cards: The SSA estimates ...

Your Social Security card is going digital — if you want it to. The Social Security Administration announced the "modernized, secure and accessible alternative" in April as a "simple solution ...

Replacing a card can often be completed by mail but it cannot be done electronically. For both application and instructions, click on "Requesting a Social Security Card" at www.socialsecurity.gov .