Do you have to be a citizen to recieve a Social Security Card?
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In 1979 (all the way through most of the nineties) you only needed to ask and SSA would issue you a social security number. In some states, they used to stamp non-citizen's cards "Not valid for employment" or "Valid for work only INS authorization". It was a great encouragement for illegal immigration. Today you have to be a legal resident or naturalized citizen ( a SS# is given to you at birth if you're an American citizen). Some people also get Tax ID #'s and use it as a SSN (another cheat trick). In theory, same goes around with Driver Licenses because there are still loopholes in the law in several states allowing illegals to obtain them fairly easy. (In Florida, for exemple, you just need to present an Immigration form as if you were filing for a VISA extension. The DMV will renew your license for 2 years regardless of a 100% denial chance from BCIS for such petitions ). That's part of law breaking wonderland America has become. As for an European green card, there's no such thing. In sum, your friend is probably hiding a little or a lot about her status.
No.
she may have held resident alien status while she was here
not really, good luck
She is either a liar or a felon.
You have to be a legal United States citizen to obtain a legal US social security card.
If she has an illegally obtained US social security card she is committing a felony, for which she can be put in federal prison for 25 years and fined $250,000.00, followed by deportation, after which she will never be allowed to immigrate legally to the USA, and never be allowed to become a legal US citizen.
No, you do not need to be a US citizen to get a social security card or driver's license.
A legal permanent resident can get those benefits and a non-immigrant visa holder can also have a social and a driver's license.
I came to the USA on a J-1 nonimmigrant visa and got my social 1 1/2 month after my arrival and later got my license.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has a new process for noncitizens to apply for Social Security number (SSN) cards as part of the immigration process. Now, people age 18 and older applying for immigrant visas with the U.S. Department of State can also apply for SSN cards at the same time.
I think your friend is not telling you the whole truth.
Social Security Card
Social Security is a tax (F.I.C.A.) paid by employees in the United States. Social security is a benefit that persons receive when one retires or becomes disabled. It is intended to supplement one's income during retirement or if you become disabled. Most foreign students on F-1, J-1, or A-1 visas will not receive these benefits since they are exempt from this tax for the first five years. Contact the International Student Advisor (ISA) or the Payroll Office for more information. Regardless of whether you will have to pay social security taxes or not, everyone has to have or apply for a social security card in order to work in the United States.
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Original Documents Needed for the Immigration I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) requirement
Every new employee in the United States is required to present original documentation to meet the Immigration I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) requirement when starting a new job. Federal regulation also requires that your name be entered into our database exactly as it appears on your social security card. An original Social Security card can be used to verify both requirements, and is recommended although not required for international students working on-campus. You can use another original document, such as a passport, to meet the I-9 requirements, but if you don't choose the social security card, we still need to verify how your name appears on your social security card to set up your employment record. Note: To meet the I-9 requirements, you may use a receipt that you have applied for a social security card, in place of the actual card, to work while you wait to receive your card (for a maximum period of 90 days). Before the 90 days has expired, you must present the original social security card.
• How do I qualify for a social security card?
Social Security cards will only be issued for nonimmigrants who have employment authorization. F-1 and J-1 students need proper authorization from the International Student Advisor. To obtain employment authorization, contact the International Student Advisor. Faculty and staff, including teaching assistants, on J-1 and H1-B visas can use their contract letter from their sponsoring agency or employer as employment authorization.
• How long does it take to receive a Social Security card?
It takes an average of 2-3 weeks to receive the Social Security Card after application.
• How do I apply for a Social Security card?
You must apply in person for the card at a Social Security Administration office. Applications are made on a first-come, first-served basis. It is not possible to make an appointment ahead of time.
PLEASE NOTE: Starting October 13, 2004, F-1 students who apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) for on-campus employment will have to present a letter from the Payroll Office proving that the student is engaging in, or has secured, employment, confirming their on-campus employer and the nature of the employment, and identifying the employer for whom the student will be working, in addition to a letter from the International Student Advisor stating that the student is authorized to engage in on-campus employment. This new rule does not apply to F-1 students who have an Employment Authorization Document or Curricular Practical Training.
Steps for On-Campus Employment:
--Obtain an employment authorization letter from the International Student Advisor (ISA).
--Obtain an on-campus job and a copy of the Job Approval Form (JAF) stating the details of your employment from your on-campus job supervisor.
--Call the Payroll Office (289-8171) for an appointment and then go to the Payroll Office with the ISA letter, copy of the JAF, and your immigration documents (passport, I-94, and I-20 or DS-2019). If you already have a social security card, identify which document you will use to meet the I-9. Once Payroll verifies your employment eligibility, they will generate a letter confirming your on-campus employment.
--Take the ISA letter, Payroll letter, and your immigration documents to the Social Security Administration (SSA) office.
--Complete the Social Security Card Application. Applications for social security cards are available in the Social Security Office. In item #3 for Citizenship, check the second box that states "Legal Alien Allowed to Work."
--Present the ISA letter, Payroll letter, Social Security Card Application, and immigration documents to the clerk.
The SSA office will give you a receipt stating that you have applied for a Social Security card. Bring this receipt to the Payroll Office, as it may be used temporarily while you await your card. The Payroll Office will give you a Release to Work form which you will give to your supervisor. This will allow you to work on campus. Once you receive your Social Security card (in about two weeks), you must bring it to the Student Employment/Financial Aid Office to complete your employment requirements.
• Do I have to wait to begin working until I have my Social Security card?
No. In order to work on campus, you must present your original I-9 document/s and fill out your I-9 and tax paperwork in the Payroll Office. If you have applied for a social security card, you must also present your receipt from the SSA that you have applied for the number. Payroll will then give you a Release to Work form to give to your supervisor identifying that you are approved for work on campus.
• How do I get to the office?
The office closest to campus is only 10 minutes away and located at 1834 W. Cary Street in Carytown. To get to this office from campus, turn right onto Three Chopt Road and turn left on Cary Street Road. The office is in Carytown at the intersection of Cary Street and Granby St.
• What if I lost my Social Security card?
You may apply for a free replacement Social Security card at any Social Security Administration office.
• Do I Pay Social Security Taxes?
Most foreign students on F-1; J-1 or A-1 visas will not receive these benefits since they are exempt from this tax for the first five years. Therefore, contributions for social security tax should not be withheld from wages unless the individual meets the 5-year presence test. Income taxes are generally withheld from earnings unless a tax treaty is in effect (see ISA for this information). Before engaging in any employment, students and teaching assistants must consult the ISA for current immigration regulations regarding employment.
The social security card and number has become the most widely recognized identification number and the most frequently used record keeping number in the United States. It is also used by many businesses such as banks and insurance companies. Memorize this number and keep the card in a safe place. Do not disclose your social security card to anyone else unless it is an official financial institution. It is recommended that you not use your social security number for your driver's license number. The Department of Motor Vehicles can issue a random ID number in lieu of your social security number.
For current social security regulations pertaining to nonimmigrant students and scholars, please see the Social Security website.
no you do not have to be a citizen to recive a social security but you need a Green Card to be a citizen and to vote.
no
i am a legal permanent Resident of the USA but a german citizen . and i have a SSC and a texan driving liscense .
yes you do have to be a citizen and it is given when you present a birth certificate usually done by parents and if this person you speak of has all of this and is not a citizen then she has forged documents and should be reported
No. In order to get a social security number, you must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or have any other valid US visa which authorizes you to work in the U.S.
The U.S.. Constitution provides that any person who is born in the U.S. or has a parent who is a U.S. Citizen - is also U.S. Citizen. A person can become a U.S. Citizen provided he or she first becomes a legal U.S. resident.
You do not have to be a U.S. Citizen to get a social security card but you do have to be a legal temporary or permanent U.S. resident with the right to work. Permanent U.S. residents are issued what is commonly called a Green Card - but it is actually not green in color.
Anybody can get a U.S. tax I.D. number to use in opening a bank or stock brokerage account. State laws vary on who can get a Driver's license. California has refused to issue them to people who are not legal U.S. residents.
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