How Do You Get A Replacement Social Security Card In Illinois?
Obtaining a replacement Social Security card in Illinois does not cost anything, but does require some documentation. If your card was lost or damaged, you can apply for a replacement card by completing a simple form and bringing specified documentation to a local office. The documentation necessary is determined by your citizenship status. If your Social Security card was stolen, be sure to report it to the police department. Apply for a replacement Social Security card by completing Form SS-5. The form can be downloaded on the Social Security Administration website (see References). The form must be completed in black or blue ink. Gather the information to complete the application. Necessary information to complete Form SS-5 are: current legal name; former legal name; Social Security number; place of birth; date of birth; citizenship status; sex; and mother and father’s names. If you are completing the form for a minor, you also need to have the mother and father’s Social Security nu
