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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.

What Happens If You Get a New Social Security Number

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 […]

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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.

Quick Tips to Replace Your Lost Social Security Card

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

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