What Happens If You Get a New Social Security Number

A masked person in black gloves holds an ID card while using a keyboard, suggesting identity theft or the creation of a new social security number for cybercrime purposes.

Identity theft affects about 10 million Americans each year. If you’ve been a victim of identity theft and someone has misused your Social Security number, it is possible to get a new Social Security number. There’s also one other time when you can get a new Social Security number. It’s when you’ve been the victim […]

Quick Tips to Replace Your Lost Social Security Card

Close-up of several Social Security cards laid out, with portions of names and numbers visible. This image serves as a reminder to replace your Social Security card promptly if it's ever lost or damaged.

You need your Social Security card (or at least your Social Security number) to apply for a job, get insurance benefits, file income taxes, and to open up a bank account or seek credit. If you’ve lost your Social Security Card or damage it in some way, you can request a replacement card directly through the U.S. Social Security […]