{"id":1171,"date":"2018-09-19T12:52:17","date_gmt":"2018-09-19T16:52:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.encyclopedia.com\/articles\/?p=1171"},"modified":"2018-09-19T12:52:17","modified_gmt":"2018-09-19T16:52:17","slug":"how-long-do-you-have-to-wait-for-a-replacement-social-security-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.encyclopedia.com\/articles\/how-long-do-you-have-to-wait-for-a-replacement-social-security-card\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long do You Have to Wait for a Replacement Social Security Card?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Your Social Security Number (SSN) is very important, providing you with many benefits. What would happen if you lost it? How long do you have to wait for a replacement Social Security Card (SSC)? <\/p>\n<p>Contact Authorities <\/p>\n<p>If you lost your wallet or purse, you need to try to remember what was inside. You should be prudent and have backup copies in a safe deposit box somewhere. Immediately contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) at 1-(800)-772-1213, if you lose your SSC. <\/p><div id=\"encyc-945959393\" class=\"encyc-content encyc-entity-placement\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Advertisements\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8594935838850960\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"1218748607\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p>Your Social Security (SS) Number is a key form of identification. Unfortunately, losing your SSC might lead to identity theft. Notifying the authorities can start the process for getting a replacement card, help you protect your good name and help the FBI track down criminals. <\/p>\n<p>Identity Theft <\/p>\n<p>If someone used your SSN for the commission of a crime, you will be blamed. If you have warned the authorities ahead-of-time, you have covered your bases. Write down the date and time that you contacted the authorities. <\/p>\n<p>What will law enforcement do? They will track any usage of the SSN, just like they would with a stolen credit card. Since, you reported your SS card as lost, any usage thereafter would be illegal. <\/p>\n<p>This would allow the FBI to track down the criminal. They might be able to recover your SS card. Then, you would be exonerated. <\/p>\n<p>Hopefully, you will never be the victim of identity theft, but the repercussions can be devastating. A criminal might open bank accounts, sign up for credit cards or take out loans using your identity. <\/p>\n<p>How do you explain that your identity was stolen? One of the first things that credit reporting bureaus will ask you is &ndash; &ldquo;Did you notify the authorities?&rdquo; If you did, then you have a better chance of regaining your good name. <\/p>\n<p>Fixing identity theft can take years. Many transactions are digital or electronic nowadays and face-to-face interaction has been minimized. This increases what can be gained by identity thieves. <\/p>\n<p>Criminals might not even use your SSN themselves, they might sell it. Think about all they could accomplish. They could order a new passport and sign up for government benefits. <\/p>\n<p>Replacement Time <\/p>\n<p>You will be required to submit all certified originals to the Social Security Administration. You will need to file Form SS-5 for replacement cards. Thankfully, a replacement card is free. <\/p>\n<p>You must mail or hand deliver the aforementioned form with the proper documents. The SSA does not accept copies, only originals. If you mail the form, you should insure it. <\/p>\n<p>How long does it take to receiver your replacement card? It all depends on how busy the government is. <\/p>\n<p>Normally, you should receive a replacement SSC within 10 business days. If you need the replacement immediately, the SSA will give you a document stating that your application has been received.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your Social Security Number (SSN) is very important, providing you with many benefits. What would happen if you lost it? How long do you have to wait for a replacement Social Security Card (SSC)? Contact Authorities If you lost your wallet or purse, you need to try to remember what was inside. 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