I am looking for information regarding an original Social Security card for a noncitizen adult
Noncitizens must have permission to work from the Department of Homeland Security before they can apply for a Social Security number
Do you have permission to work in the United States or do you need a Social Security number for other purposes?
No, I don't have permission to work here
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What documentation is required if I am a foreign worker and am seeking a Social Security Card?
We will need to see your I-94 Arrival/Departure Record. We could also use the admission stamp on your unexpired foreign passport which shows a class of admission permitting work. Some foreign workers must show their EAD work permit from the DHS
Are there any restrictions in relation to getting a Social Security number assigned for non-work purposes?
In this instance, you can not use it to work
What can I do if I need a number for tax purposes but am not authorized to work in the United States?
You can apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number form the IRS. To get this number from the IRS, you can visit the IRS or call them on the toll free number 1-800-TAXFORM 1-800-829-3676 and request Form W-7 Application for IRS Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
How do I get a Social Security Card if I am a J-1 student?
You must provide us with a letter from your sponsor, on a sponsor letterhead containing an original signature that authorizes your employment
What documents are required to get a Social Security Card if I am a J-1 or J-2 exchange visitor?
As a J-1 or J-2 exchange visitor, you must provide us with your DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status
