No, but neither do they HAVE to extend you credit.
You need a SSN to apply for any credit card. That is how they can check your credit report.
it looks like a typical credit card or a ATM card but have different use.... Source: http://official-online-ssn-card.org/
I too am on H1B and got a SSN. The Wachovia and Bank Of America Secured card already declined me.
LifeLock is an ID protection company that monitors your credit card activity and protects your SSN. If you have had your identity compromised then the credit bureaus can offer you a limited, free service through them for one year.
That is fraud and against the law. You will be arrested.
The question is rather vague, however, if the issue is, does one have to give their SSN when applying for a credit, the answer is no. There are certain agencies which can legally enforce the request for a person's SSN or ITIN or information, the IRS for example. On the other side, the lender or card issuer does not have to extend credit to a person who chooses not to submit their SSN.
You can't. It is not transferrable to other countries.
If none of your legal information is attached to the card (SSN for example) then the answer is No it will not affect your presonal credit score.
No, in order to obtain a free online credit report, you typically need to provide your Social Security Number for identity verification purposes. It is used to ensure that the credit report is being accessed by the correct individual.
If you held the account in name either solely or jointly and used the credit available you are still responsible for the debt, the error of the SSN is irrelevant.
It is not recommended to store sensitive information like the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number (SSN) with your credit card information. Doing so could pose a security risk in case of a data breach. It is best to keep personal information separate and secured.
Small business credit card without ssnYes. In fact, it is reccommended you establish your business credit separate from your personal credit. Get a EIN number from the IRS. A real business credit account will not ask for a personal guarrentee. Any company that does is not offering commercial credit but personal credit labeled as "Small Business".PS: Only the FEDERAL government can legally ask for your social security number. EVERYONE else is breaking the law. If you wish to play their silly game get a "tracking number" from your bank. It can be used as a SSN substitute. That way, in their greed, the companies will establish a credit file for the tracking number and you can keep your real social security number secret.Norman Edwardsblog.edvest1.com