Some people have been wondering if there is possibility in Getting An SSN When Filing Form I-765. Yes, you can now obtain a work permit and also get a Social Security Number at same time. For one lawfully and legally work in the U.S, foreign workers in some categories needs both an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) from USCIS, and a Social Security Number (SSN) from the Social Security Administration.
Getting An SSN When Filing Form I-765
In the past, applicants are required to submit a Form I-765 to the USCIS for an Employment Authorization Document. And then submit an additional document in person at local Social Security office to get an SSN. But thankfully to service updated and technology, both requests can be applied for at same time.
How To Get A Social Security Number
The Form I-765 also known as Employment Authorization Document (EAD) now includes the questions that lets applicants apply for an SSN or replacement card. This can be done without having to visit a Social Security office.
Started as of 07/17/17 edition of Form I-765, applicants can request USCIS to transmit the additional data collected on the form to SSA for SSN processing. With this process, applicants who receive their approved EAD from USCIS will also receive their SSN card from SSA within the following two weeks. You can contact your local Social Security office if your card isn’t received by mail.
Note that filing a replacement Social Security card via the Form I-765 won’t affect the processing time for the Form I-765. The information you have provided for the SSN won’t be transmitted to SSA until the I-765 application has been approved by USCIS.
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Who Needs An SSN
Only non-citizens with authority to work in the U.S by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) can get an SSN. Employers makes use of the SSN to report the persons wages to the government. And to determine one’s eligibility for Social Security benefits.
It is required to get an SSN to work, collect Social Security benefits, and receive some other governmental services.
Legally admitted noncitizens can get many benefits and services without an SSN. People under this category don’t need the SSN to get a driver’s license, register for school, get private health insurance, or apply for school lunch programs or subsidized housing.
Some, organizations use SSN to identify persons in their records. Most organizations will identify you with other means if requested by you. The Social Security Administration won’t issue you with an SSN for the reason to get a driver’s license or service that needs a credit check. Though, companies like banks, credit companies will require the SSN for financial services and activities.
DACA Social Security Number
DACA is referred to as the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. If you have been granted DACA, and received your EAD (work permit) from USCIS, then you can apply for your SSN.
The SSN is needed to get a job, collect benefits, and other government services. In some states, the SSN is important in getting a driver license. So, with the DACA grant, getting an SSN is very easy.
You are required to take your Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and proof of age and identity to the Social Security office. Below original document or a certified copy of one of the following can be use as proof of your age and identity.
- Foreign birth certificate
- Foreign passport
- S. military record
- Copy of medical record
- S. military identification card
- Religious record showing age or date of birth
- S. driver license
- School record showing age or date of birth
- S. state-issued identification card
- School identification card
