The Social Security card document is unique and non-transferable for everyone in the United States. This means that no one other than ourselves can use our Social Security card. Likewise, the number written on the card is also non-transferable and, of course, totally private.
If we lose our card, we could have a problem. We must check that everything is in order and that nobody has used our Social Security number. At the same time we have to ask for a replacement. However, it is also good to keep in mind that having the Social Security card in our wallet is not mandatory.
In this sense, we can live without problems without the need to always have the card with us. Even so, the Social Security number should always be in our minds. The trick is to always remember it, since memorizing it will help us on more than one occasion to avoid problems with lost cards, for example.
Requesting a replacement Social Security card
There are several ways to apply for a replacement Social Security card, but the fastest and best way is to do it online. Through the web portal dedicated to this, the Administration will send us a new replacement so we can use it when we need it. So if you need to request a new card do not hesitate to do it this way.
With only the personal data we will be able to request the replacement through the Internet. And with the ease of not moving from home. In addition to that, we can do it in a very short time, which means that we will not have to wait in line at the offices.
Even so, in case we want to request the replacement of the card in a local office, we have to know that it is possible. To do so, you only need to go to one of the offices with the completed replacement application form and an official document that has not expired. Regardless of the method we choose, applying for a replacement Social Security card is free, so we won’t have to pay a single dollar for it.
How do you protect your SSA number?
While it is true that having your Social Security card is good to always have your SSA number written down, it is advisable not to carry it with you. To protect your SSA number, the first thing to do is not to carry your card with you all the time. Memorizing it is more than enough.
In most places we will not be asked for the document directly. The number is more than enough, so we simply memorize the number and we will be ready for most of the procedures.
In addition, to protect your Social Security number, you should not say it out loud in public. It is also a good idea not to give your number to anyone, as it could be used carelessly. Your Social Security number is very important and no one should know it but you.