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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has two main functions. One is to assign Social Security numbers. The other is to run the Social Security retirement, survivors, and disability insurance …

In the United States, a Social Security number (SSN) is a nine-digit number issued to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and temporary (working) residents under section 205 (c) (2) of …

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Note: If you live outside the United States but have a Social Security number, you can still verify your identity. Visit Verifying if you live outside the United States and have an SSN.

Although an SSN is only meant to be used for tax and government purposes, it is often used by financial institutions, businesses, and other organizations as a unique identification (ID) number.

Manage your nine-digit Social Security number, which is your first and continuous connection to us.

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