How to Replace a Social Security Card in Raleigh, North Carolina

Don't keep your Social Security Card on you.

One of the most important documents you own, your Social Security card can only be replaced up to 10 times--except in special circumstances such as a legal name change--so you should take care in protecting it. The Social Security Administration recommends you keep the card in a safe place and only carry it with you when needed, such as when starting a new job.

Things You'll Need

• Document proving citizenship
• Document proving identity

Instructions

1. Gather documents proving your citizenship (such as a birth certificate or passport) and identity (identification with a photograph such as a driver's license or passport). Immigrants must have documents proving identity, immigration status, and work eligibility.

2. Print and fill out an Application for a Social Security Card from the Social Security Administration website.

3. Mail or bring your application and documents to the Raleigh Social Security Office at 4701 Old Wake Forest, Raleigh, NC 27609. You will receive your replacement card and your sent documents in 1 to 2 weeks.

Tips & Warnings

• All documents you provide must be originals, not even notarized copies are acceptable.

• As of August 2010, the Raleigh Social Security Office's Phone number is 877-803-6311 and hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM except national holidays.

References

• Social Security Online: Replacing a Lost Social Security Card
• Social Security Online: Documents You Need for a Social Security Card

Resources

• Social Security Administration: Application for a Social Security Card