How to apply for a Social Security card if you already have asylum and a work permit in the United States

If you need a Social Security card in the United States, you should follow these steps, which we’ll show you below.

Before showing you all the steps you need to follow to obtain a Social Security card in the United States, you need to understand the importance of this legal document and how it can help you in your job if you already have asylum.

Why is it important to have a credit card social security?

It’s essential for working legally, filing taxes, accessing government benefits, and establishing your credit history. If you’re an immigrant and already have a work permit, you should also receive your Social Security card; however, this no longer happens automatically as it used to.

Requirements to take into account for the application

If you already have your work permit (known as an Employment Authorization Document or EAD) but haven’t received your Social Security card, there are certain steps you must take, and it’s important to keep these prerequisites in mind:

Have your EAD (I-766) in your possession.
Complete the application form before your appointment, either online or in print.
Bring original, valid documentation with you, such as your passport, birth certificate, and other government-issued photo ID.

Steps to obtain a social security card in USA

Contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) to schedule an appointment.

Explain that you have already received your work permit, but not your Social Security card . You can call the national number 1-800-772-1213 or contact your local office directly. To find the nearest one, enter your ZIP code in the “ZIP” section of this official SSA website: https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp

Try going to the office without an appointment (although you may be asked to return with one).

Fill out the application form.

You can complete it online (in English) or download and print it. If you complete it online, select the “I-766 Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Card” option as proof of authorization. If you complete it on paper, select the “Lawfully Admitted Alien with Permission to Work” option in the section corresponding to your immigration status.