What is proof of US citizenship?

Proof of U.S. citizenship: You must either provide your most recently issued passport, an original U.S. birth certificate, a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (FS-240), a naturalization certificate, or a certificate of citizenship.
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How can I prove my US citizenship without a passport?

List A
  1. U.S. Public Birth Certificate.
  2. Consular Report or Certificate of Child Born Abroad. ...
  3. Individual Fee Register receipt (INS Form G-711).
  4. U.S. citizen identification card (I-197 or the prior version I-179).
  5. Federal or State census record showing U.S. citizenship or U.S. place of birth.
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Is a Social Security card proof of citizenship?

Unacceptable Documents

The following will not be accepted as secondary evidence of U.S. citizenship: Voter registration card. Army discharge paper. Social Security Card.
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What documents are accepted as proof of citizenship?

Indian passport or birth certificate. A copy of marriage certificate issued by the Registrar of Marriage. before the offices specified in the Citizenship Rules, 1955 i.e. Collector/ DM/ DC. 3 Form IV, Section 5 (1) (d) • A copy of valid Foreign Passport of the child or parent or which has/ her name is entered.
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How can I prove my U.S. citizenship without a birth certificate?

Early public or private documents
  1. Baptism certificate.
  2. Hospital birth certificate (often shows baby's footprints)
  3. U.S. Census record.
  4. Early school records.
  5. Family Bible record.
  6. Doctor's records of post-natal care.
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Obtaining Proof of U.S. Citizenship.If you have a right to U.S. citizenship, what's next?



Does birth certificate prove US citizenship?

Yes. If your child was born in California, ask your county to request the birth record as proof of citizenship. You will still need to provide proof of identity. See page 3.
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What counts as Social Security proof?

A Social Security card is legal proof of an SSN.
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What is an example of proof of Social Security?

Verification Documents

A social security card. A W-2 form. A SSA-1099 form. A Non-SSA-1099 form.
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What can be used as proof of SSN?

Proof of Social Security Number (SSN)
  • Your Social Security card.
  • Tax form(s).
  • Benefit or income statement from Social Security containing the Social Security number.
  • Pending application for an SSN.
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Is a Social Security on my passport?

Passport Services requires that you list your Social Security Number on your Passport application. The physical Social Security Card is not required but may serve as secondary identification if you are unable to provide primary identification. Please see Passport Services secondary ID page for more information.
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Is SSN mandatory in USA?

You need an SSN to get a job, collect Social Security benefits, and receive some other government services. If you're temporarily in the United States to work, your employer will ask for your SSN.
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How do I get a SSN in USA?

To obtain an SSN for the first time, you'll need to submit an application and show us original documents (or copies certified by the issuing agencies). You can begin your application online, but you will need to visit a local Social Security office or card center to complete the application process.
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How can I prove my SSN without a card?

You can find your Social Security number on tax documents and bank or financial statements. If you don't have any documentation, you can request a new Social Security card online with the Social Security Administration.
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Can I check my SSN online?

Your Social Security Statement (Statement) is available to view online by opening a my Social Security account. It is useful for people of all ages who want to learn about their future Social Security benefits and current earnings history.
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What can be used as proof of address?

What is accepted as proof of address?
  • Water, electricity, gas, telephone, or Internet bill.
  • Credit card bill or statement.
  • Bank statement.
  • Bank reference letter.
  • Mortgage statement or contract.
  • Letter issued by a public authority (e.g. a courthouse)
  • Company payslip.
  • Car or home insurance policy.
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How do I find my SSN number?

Finding your SSN is possible by checking your Social Security card, but you can also find it on bank statements or tax returns. If you lost your card and need the number, you will have to apply for a replacement, and in the meantime, you can ask your employer for more information on it.
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What are the benefits of SSN?

In addition to Social Security, the SSN is now also used for a wide range of purposes. These include obtaining credit, opening a bank account, obtaining government benefits or private insurance, and buying a home or a car, among many other pursuits.
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Does US SSN expire?

Once you have an SSN, it will never expire. Even if your employment is discontinued or you leave the U.S. for a few years and return, you will keep the same number.
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How much does a US SSN cost?

We don't charge a fee to assign a Social Security number or issue a Social Security card. If you should lose the card, we will replace it for free.
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Can I get SSN immediately?

You should receive your SSN card within 2 weeks after we have everything we need to process your application, including verification of your immigration document with the USCIS. If we are unable to immediately verify your immigration document with the USCIS, it may take 2 additional weeks to receive your card.
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How long is taking to get a US passport?

Routine service takes 8 to 11 weeks, and does not include mailing times which may add several weeks on to the door-to-door time it takes to receive your passport. Apply at an acceptance facility or renew by mail.
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How much does it cost to get a passport in Pakistan?

Answer: The Fee for Normal Passport having 36 Pages is Rs. 3000/- only.
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Can you live without a SSN?

Not necessarily.An SSN, by itself, does not give permission to work or live in the United States. It just means an individual is part of the Social Security system. Some noncitizens can obtain SSNs in order to collect public benefits for which they are otherwise entitled.
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