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A social insurance number or a SIN is like a personal barcode, persay, it is a unique identifier. The SIN was created in 1964 to serve as a client account number in the administration of the Canadian Pension Plan and Canada's varied employment insurance programs.

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When was Social Insurance Number created?

The Social Insurance Number (SIN) was created in 1964 by the Canadian government as a unique identifier for individuals to administer government benefits and programs, such as employment insurance and pensions.


How can you get your policy number?

Contact your insurance company or your agent. They can find your insurance policy number by your social.


What is SIN an abbreviation for?

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Do other places in the world have social security numbers?

Many do, under different names. In the UK, it is a National Insurance Number. In Canada, it is a Social Insurance Number.


Can you get life insurance without a social security number?

no


How can a newborn be added to insurance without a Social Security Number?

To add a newborn to insurance without a Social Security Number, you can typically use the newborn's birth certificate or a temporary identification number provided by the hospital. Contact your insurance provider for specific instructions on how to add a newborn without a Social Security Number.


How old do you have to be to get a social insurance number?

Well when your born you get your social security number but your parents have it. Im 14 and I have one.


Can an employer put your social security number on an insurance form if you have declined the insurance?

Your employer has absolutely no right to submit your social security number anywhere to anyone without your permission.


Is NHS number same as social security number?

is a social security number the same as a national insurance number


Do you need a Social Security Number for Life insurance coverage?

no


Where can you get life insurance if you don't have a social security number?

Not in the USA.


If you get hurt at work do you have to give insurance company a social security number?

A person with a "crooked" social security number was asked for it.