How to Change the Name on a Social Security Card After Marriage in San Antonio, Texas

Change the name on your Social Security card to secure your benefits.

Every American citizen of the United States is issued an unique Social Security number when he are born. This is due to the Social Security Act passed in 1935 to protect citizens after the economic disaster of the Great Depression. Once you get married, it is imperative that you notify the Social Security Administration. You will need to be issued a new security card that has your current name. This will secure your benefits for the future.

Instructions

1. Download and fill out a SS-5 form from the Social Security Administration website. If you have any questions, call the toll free number provided on the website.

2. Take your marriage license and your photo identification to prove that you are the same person. This photo ID must be a U.S. driver license, a state issued identification card or a U.S. passport. The photo identification also proves your citizenship or or immigration status. If you do not have a state-issued photo ID, a school ID, an employee ID card, or a military ID card are also acceptable forms of identification.

3. Present your completed form and the original documents necessary to the local San Antonio Social Security office or mail in the paperwork with the necessary copies of the official documents.

References

• IRS: Name Changes & Social Security Number Matching Issues

Resources

• Social Security Administration: Application for a Social Security Card