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Employers need social security cards to make sure you can work in the US. If the employer is caught having an employee who isn't a citizan than they can get into a lot of trouble. Social Security cards and Visas are a way to see that they are following the law.
they need your SSN to make sure you are working legally & they also need ot for Identification for your income taxes
Social Secuirty has a free Social Security Number Verification Service (SSNVS) which allows registered employers to quickly verify whether a person's name and SSN match Social Security's records. It saves you and the employee time. So employers do not actually need your card or a copy they can use this system free of charge to ensure your ability to work.
For more information about SSNVS visit Employer W-2 Filing Instructions & Information. Learn more about the New Security Features of the Social Security Card.
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∙ 12y ago
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoIn the US, an employer does not have to have a copy of your Social Security Card but must be given your Social Security Number. If you want to do that by giving a copy of your Social Security Card, you can, but it is not recommended.
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∙ 14y agoEmployers in the US must obtain the Social Security Number of each person they employ, whether US citizen or resident alien holding a Green Card.
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Can you photocopy a Social Security card?
Per the IRS website it states: You are required to get each employee's name and Social Security Number (SSN) and to enter them on Form W-2. (This requirement also applies to resident and nonresident alien employees.) You should ask your employee to show you his or her social security card. The employee may show the card if it is available. You may, but are not required to, photocopy the social security card if the employee provides it. Record each new employee's name and social security number from his or her social security card
When employers ask for a signed social security number card who has to sign it?
The person to whom the social security card and number belongs. Chances are you have already signed it.
Where can you go to get a social card?
You have to go to the social security office to get a social security card.
Why is it necessary to have a social security number before you apply for a job?
Technically it's not. It's necessary to have a social security number before you start a job, which is slightly different.The US requires that all businesses obtain proof that their employees are actually eligible to work in the country, in the form of either a social security card or a "green card" (A US Passport can be used instead of a social security card, but it will still have the social security number on it.)
How do i get a social security card replacement card with felonies?
Felonies have nothing to do with having a Social Security card. Contact the Social Security office. They will need your birth certificate.
Can you use a social security receipt as a social security card at the DMV?
I don't think so, I am pretty sure they want an actual social security card.
How important is getting a social sucrity card for an alien to work in the USA?
It depends on what type of work you are looking for. Many agricultural type employers look only for cheap labor and don't care if you don't have a social security card.
How do you replace social security card?
To replace your social security card you must complete a social security card application and turn in to your local Social Security Office. Along with the application you must provide proof of identity and citizenship with original or certified documentation.
Can I pray for my Social Security card online?
You can find the application for a social security card online, but you cannot submit it online. if you go to the social security website, you can find the application in pdf format and the address of where to send the form to.
Where do you get a copy of your social security card?
Call the social security office or go online and search "Social security" for your country.
Can a social security card be used to withdraw money?
No, you cannot use a social security card to withdraw money. A social security card may be useful if you want to open a bank account, though, and you can withdraw money from that.
Where are you from with 550 as the first social security number?
Social Security Card issued in California.
