The typical time to receive a new or replacement Social Security card after submitting your application is generally 7 to 14 business days. Once the Social Security Administration (SSA) verifies your documents and approves your application, the card is mailed to you and should arrive within this timeframe
. Here are key details about the process and timing:
- If you apply online or by mail with all required documents, expect about 10 to 14 business days for the card to arrive after approval
- Processing times can vary slightly by state and volume of applications, sometimes extending the wait to 2 to 4 weeks
- For newborn children, processing times vary by state and can take between 1 and 6 weeks , plus an additional two weeks for mailing
- If applying through USCIS forms (e.g., Form I-765 for work authorization), the card is typically issued within 7 to 10 business days after USCIS approval
- The SSA does not issue Social Security cards on the same day; verification and processing require time
To minimize delays, ensure you submit all required original or certified documents proving identity, citizenship or immigration status, and age
. In summary, plan on about 2 to 4 weeks total from application to receiving your new Social Security card in the mail, with the most common timeframe being around 10 to 14 business days after approval.
