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Proof of Social Security Number

Non-US Citizens are required to have a Social Security Number. If you are not eligible to obtain a social security number, you must provide a letter from the Social Security Administration indicating they are not allowed or eligible to obtain a SSN.

The Patriot Act, Public Law 108-458, National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004 does NOT allow for social security numbers to be displayed on driver licenses or identification cards.

Primary Sources (ONE required and must be the original document):

  • Social Security card bearing applicant's name, Social Security Number, and signature.
  • Social Security Administration verification printout reflecting full name and Social Security Number.
  • Letter from the Social Security Administration reflecting not eligible for a Social Security Number

Secondary Sources (TWO required and must be the original document):

  • Payroll statement issued within the last 12 months containing name and Social Security Number.
  • Unexpired health insurance card reflecting applicant's full name and Social Security Number.
  • Unexpired identification card issued by government agency reflecting full name and social security number.
  • IRS W-2 (wage and tax statement) issued within the last 12 months.
  • Original letter or correspondence from the IRS or DC Office of Tax and Revenue referencing Social Security Number received within the last 12 months.
  • Government-certified copy of Federal or State tax return filed in one of the last two tax years.