My wife and I both need to apply for replacement Social Security cards – ours are misplaced or lost?
Q) My wife and I both need to apply for replacement Social Security cards – ours are misplaced or lost? I also need to get my 2013 IRS W2 posted. I have a copy from my employer for the SSA. How do we go about accomplishing both of these tasks? Thanks!
A) Sure, here are the steps on how to apply for a replacement Social Security card and get your 2013 IRS W2 posted:
- Go to the Social Security website and create an account.
- Log in to your account and select “Replace Your Social Security Card.”
- Answer a few questions about yourself and your situation.
- Provide proof of your identity and citizenship.
- Pay the replacement fee.
- Schedule an appointment at your local Social Security office.
- Bring your documents to your appointment and have your new Social Security card issued.
Here are some additional tips for applying for a replacement Social Security card:
- Make sure you have all of the required documents before you start the application process.
- Be prepared to answer questions about your identity and citizenship.
- Be patient. It may take some time for your new Social Security card to be issued.
- If you have any questions, contact the Social Security Administration for more information.
Here are the documents you need to apply for a replacement Social Security card:
- Proof of identity: This can be a U.S. passport, birth certificate, or other government-issued document with your name and date of birth.
- Proof of citizenship: This can be a U.S. passport, birth certificate, or naturalization certificate.
- Proof of age: This can be a school ID, driver’s license, or other government-issued document with your date of birth.
- Proof of Social Security number: This can be your Social Security card, a W-2 form, or other document with your Social Security number.
The replacement fee for a Social Security card is $10. You can pay the fee by check, money order, or credit card.
You can schedule an appointment at your local Social Security office online or by calling 1-800-772-1213.
To get your 2013 IRS W2 posted, you can either contact your employer directly or file Form 4506-T with the IRS.
Here are the steps on how to contact your employer directly:
- Find your employer’s contact information. You can usually find this information on your company’s website or in your employee handbook.
- Call your employer and ask to speak to the person in charge of payroll.
- Explain that you need a copy of your 2013 W-2 form.
- Provide your employer with your name, Social Security number, and date of birth.
- Ask your employer to mail your W-2 form to you.
Here are the steps on how to file Form 4506-T with the IRS:
- Go to the IRS website and download Form 4506-T.
- Fill out the form and sign it.
- Mail the form to the IRS along with a copy of your ID.
- The IRS will mail your W-2 form to you.
I hope this helps!