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Social Security Numbers | Social Security Administration

Eligibility

United States Citizen or Permanent Resident; Non-U.S. Citizens who are legally permitted to work in the United States

Required documents

Proof of citizenship (original U.S. birth certificate or valid U.S. passport) Proof of age Proof of identity For more information about required documents, visit www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/ss5doc.htm

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
800-325-0778
Voice·

TTY

800-722-1213
Voice·

Toll-free National Line

Languages

English, Spanish

Application process

(1) Call Office or Toll-free National Number or visit website for more information at www.ssa.gov/number-card (2) Documents will be required to apply for benefits, including identification

Fees

No Fees

Service area

All ZIP Codes, All States
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.

Date of Last Formal Update

04/13/2026

Data provided by

211 DuPage County

Providing organization

Social Security Administration
Administrative entity that oversees the assignment and management of Social Security identification and benefit programs.