Maine Added To Social Security's Online Replacement Card Application

Applying for a replacement Social Security card just got even easier!

As of last month, we’ve added residents of Illinois, Massachusetts, Maine and Virginia to the list of those who can request a replacement Social Security card online using my Social Security. You can also request a replacement card if you live in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin. We continue to add more states to this list and provide updates, so check out www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.

Applying online is an easy, convenient, and secure way to request a replacement card.

To request a replacement card online, you must:

• Have or create a my Social Security account;

No matter what state you live in, with a secure my Social Security account, you also can:

• Keep track of your earnings and verify them every year;

• Get an estimate of your future benefits, if you are still working;

• Get a letter with proof of your benefits, if you currently receive them; and

  Manage your benefits:

• Change your address;

In order to secure your future, you need the best tools and information available. Our online services provide superior support and offer knowledge you won’t get anywhere else. Visit my Social Security to empower yourself today at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.