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Fill out Form SS-5, Application for Social Security Card (Form SS-5) (PDF) and take it with your current ID to the office of your choice. Documents must be authentic.
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To learn the most efficient way to apply, visit www.ssa.gov/ssnumber and start the process online. Once you've completed this, you can apply at your neighborhood Social Security office or card center, usually in less time.
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You can also call the Social Security Administration at (800) 772-1213 to report a lost or stolen card.
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