How do I speak to a live person at Social Security?
If you need to talk to a live person in Social Security (SSA) customer service you need to dial 1-800-772-1213. Live customer service via this number is available Monday-Friday from 8am through 7pm. Social Security uses a voice recognition system for their automated support system.
What are good questions to ask about Social Security?
6 Questions to Ask Before Taking Social Security Benefits
- What’s my full retirement age?
- How will the age I take benefits affect my eventual monthly payout?
- Am I healthy?
- Do I have a spouse to consider?
- Is my earnings history correct?
- Am I eligible for additional benefits beyond those based on my own work history?
What happens if you need more than 10 Social Security cards?
There are limits on the number of replacement social security number cards we will issue to you. You may receive no more than three replacement social security number cards in a year and ten replacement social security number cards per lifetime.
What happens when you run out of Social Security cards?
You can replace your Social Security card for free if it’s lost or stolen. Avoid service providers wanting to charge you a fee to get your replacement card. Keep in mind that you’re limited to three replacement cards in a year, and 10 during your lifetime.
Is the Social Security Administration issuing Social Security cards?
The Social Security Administration issues Social Security cards to:
Where can I find answers to my questions about social security?
This section of the AARP Social Security Resource Center dives into core questions you face as you approach your retirement years. You’ll find answers on the key factors that shape your benefits, from early-filing penalties and delayed retirement credits to cost-of-living adjustments and Medicare premium deductions.
What kind of number do you get when you get a Social Security card?
When you apply for a Social Security number (SSN), the Social Security Administration (SSA) will assign you a nine-digit number. This is the same number which is printed on the Social Security card that SSA will issue you. If you change your name, you will need to get a corrected card.
When do I have to file for Social Security?
Social Security benefits are calculated on the amount of money you earn during your lifetime. 1. I am about to turn 62 and plan to file for Social Security. How do I get started? You should apply three months before you want to start collecting.
Where can I get a Social Security card form?
The form you are looking for is not available online. Many forms must be completed only by a Social Security Representative. Please call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. or contact your local Social Security office. In some areas, you may request a replacement Social Security card online.
The Social Security Administration issues Social Security cards to:
How to request a replacement Social Security card?
You can use a my Social Security account to request a replacement Social Security card online if you: Are a U.S. citizen age 18 years or older with a U.S. mailing address; Are not requesting a name change or any other change to your card; and
This section of the AARP Social Security Resource Center dives into core questions you face as you approach your retirement years. You’ll find answers on the key factors that shape your benefits, from early-filing penalties and delayed retirement credits to cost-of-living adjustments and Medicare premium deductions.