How To Sign Up For Social Security?

Gather proof of identity, age, and U.S. citizenship or lawful immigration status

Complete Form SS-5, Application for a Social Security Card

Choose the reason for the replacement card

Check whether you qualify for disability benefits in your country or state

Gather medical records, test results, and doctor contact information

Collect work history, income information, and identification documents

Check your eligibility for the type of Social Security benefit you want

Gather required documents such as your Social Security number, birth certificate, proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful status, tax records, and bank information for direct deposit

Create or sign in to your my Social Security account at ssa.gov

Confirm you are eligible as a spouse, divorced spouse, or surviving spouse

Gather required documents, including Social Security numbers, marriage certificate, divorce decree if applicable, and proof of age

Create or sign in to your my Social Security account

Create a my Social Security account at ssa.gov/myaccount

Gather required documents, including your Social Security number, birth certificate, proof of citizenship or lawful alien status, military discharge papers if applicable, and bank account information for direct deposit

Decide which benefit you are applying for, such as retirement, disability, survivor, or Medicare

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