How long does it take to get a Social Security card for a newborn?

about four to five weeks
A: On average, it takes about four to five weeks from the time you apply in the hospital until you receive your child’s Social Security card in the mail.

How do I get a Social Security card for my newborn?

The easiest way to get a Social Security number for your newborn is to apply when you provide information for your baby’s birth certificate in the hospital. If you wait to apply for a number at a Social Security office, there may be delays while we verify your child’s birth certificate.

Do you automatically get a Social Security number at birth?

Will the Social Security Number be automatically assigned to my baby ? No. You must take a Certified Copy of the Birth Certificate to any Social Security Office located near you to apply for a number for your child.

Why have I not received my newborn’s Social Security card?

If you waited the indicated length of time and still have not received your child’s Social Security card, visit your local Social Security office. You also can call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Can I request my child’s SS card online?

You can get a replacement Social Security card for your child. It is free of charge. Have the right documents on hand and apply for a replacement online or at your local Social Security office.

How do I obtain my child’s Social Security number?

If you had your child as a dependent on a previous tax return, you can find their SS number there. Otherwise, you need to Contact the Social Security Administration at www.ssa.gov.

How do I check the status of my newborn’s Social Security card?

To check on the status of the issuance of the baby’s Social Security number, you should contact your local Social Security office by searching on https://secure.ssa.gov/apps6z/FOLO/fo001.jsp or by calling the national hotline at 1-800-772-1213.

How can I get my mother Social Security number?

To proceed, make an electronic Request for Deceased Individual’s Social Security Record. Or, print and complete Form SSA-711 and send us a check or money order for the appropriate fee, made payable to the Social Security Administration. If you prefer, you may pay by credit card.