Social Security

Effective January 5, 2005, Social Security Administration revised its procedures for verifying the immigration status of F-1, M-1, and J-1 nonimmigrant status students.  These new procedures were developed in cooperation with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). 

If you have employment on campus, you must apply for a social security number.  Please see your DSO to assist in document preparation. 

What must a student or exchange visitor present to Social Security Administration?  

An F-1, J-1, or M-1 applicant for a Social Security Number must present the following documents to SSA: 

• A completed Form SS-5, Application for a social security card;
• At least two documents that establish the applicant’s age and identity including a passport and one additional document establishing identity; and
• Form I-94.

F-1 student must also present

• SEVIS I-20;
• Proof of employment authorization.  Please speak with your DSO for these documents.

J-1 exchange visitor must also present

• SEVIS Form DS-2019;
• Proof of employment authorization.  Please speak with your DSO for these documents.