How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Social Security Card
The SSA replaces lost or stolen Social Security cards free of charge. There are three ways to request a replacement.
Online (Fastest Option)
You can request a replacement card online if you:
- Are a U.S. citizen age 18 or older
- Have a U.S. mailing address
- Do not need to change your name or personal information
- Have a driver’s license or state-issued ID
- Have a personal “my Social Security” account
In Person
You can visit a local SSA office and complete Form SS-5. You must bring unexpired identification documents.
By Mail
Mail a completed Form SS-5 along with original or certified copies of documents verifying:
- Identity (driver’s license, state ID, or passport)
- U.S. citizenship (birth certificate or passport)
Approved replacement cards typically arrive within 7 to 10 business days.
