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Social Security

Eligibility & Application Process

International students are eligible to apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) only when they receive a job offer.

No Job Offer?

If you do not have a job offer but need to provide proof of ineligibility for an SSN, please email ISSS@ucmo.edu for a Social Security Exemption Letter. This letter is essential for students without an SSN. Please notice that to obtain a Driver鈥檚 License you are still required to obtain proof of ineligibility for an SSN from the Social Security office.

Steps for Applying for an SSN:

  1. Request an SSN Letter:
  2. Complete the with our office. This will initiate the process for your SSN letter.
  3. Important: Once you receive your SSN letter, schedule an appointment at your local SSN office within 30 days. If more than 30 days have passed since you received your letter, you must request a new one.
  4. Ensure the Timing is Right:
  5. You must schedule your SSN appointment no more than 30 days before your employment start date.
  6. Prepare Your Documents: When you go to the SSN office, make sure to bring the following documents:
  7. SSN Letter from ISSS (dated within the last 30 days)
  8. On-Campus or Internship Employer Letter
  9. I-94
  10. Most recent I-20 or DS-2019 (signed by both the student and an International Student Advisor)
  11. Passport
  12. Complete the Online Application:
  13. Visit the Social Security Office website to complete your.
  14. Most offices require an appointment. After completing the application, scroll to the bottom to schedule an appointment at your local SSN office. Remember: Each individual must schedule their own appointment.

Note: If you do not complete the online application, you will need to bring the completed Form SS-5 (Application for a Replacement Social Security Card) to the SSN office. Most offices require online applications, so it's best to complete it first.

Before Your Appointment:

  • Double-check that you鈥檝e received your SSN letter before heading to the SSN office.

SSN Office Locations:

  • You should contact the field office serving your local zip code.
  • Use the to find your nearest office and view its hours.

Reminder: Most SSN offices require appointments, so be sure to schedule in advance and bring all necessary documents.

 

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