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Social Security Numbers and Immigrant Visas Through U.S. Consulates By: Beth Robertie, Esq. Social Security Administration最近已實行一項新的Social Security number (SSN) cards申請程序。對於18歲以上需申請移民簽證入境的人士，其可在申請簽證的同時提出其SSN的申請。以下請看有關申請的要求與程序。 The Social Security Administration (SSA) has a new process for noncitizens to apply for Social Security number (SSN) cards as part of the immigration process. Now, people age 18 and older applying for immigrant visas with the U.S. Department of State can also apply for SSN cards at the same time. Please note that this process is not available to noncitizens applying for immigrant status from within the U.S. Who can use this process? If you're a non-citizen not currently present in the U.S. but applying to enter the U.S., you must: * Request a Social Security number card as part of your immigrant visa application; * Be age 18 or older when you arrive in the U.S.; and * Be a lawfully admitted permanent resident. If you're a refugee, we're sorry but you can't apply for a Social Security number card in your country of origin. If you are receiving your immigrant visa through a U.S. consulate, the procedure is as follows: Who…. Does What… Step 1 U.S. Embassies and U.S. Consulates Collect information needed for a Social Security number on Form DS-230 (Application for Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration), as part of the immigrant visa process. Step 2 the word you with an up arrow Answer "Yes" to Questions 33a. and 33b.on Form DS-230 33a. Do you want the Social Security Administration to assign you an SSN (and issue a card) or issue you a new card (if you have an SSN)? You must answer "Yes" to this question and to the "Consent To Disclosure" in order to receive an SSN and/or card. box with red checkmark insideYes empty boxNo 33b. CONSENT TO DISCLOSURE; I authorize disclosure from this form to the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS), the Social Security Administration (SSA), such other U.S. Government agencies as may be required for the purpose of assigning me an SSN and issuing me a Social Security card, and I authorize the SSA to share my SSN with the INS. box with red checkmark insideYes empty boxNo The applicant's response does not limit or restrict the Government's ability to obtain his or her SSN, or other information on this form, for enforcement or other purposes as authorized by law. Step 3 U.S. Embassies and U.S. Consulates Send your information to Department of Homeland Security. Step 4 Department of Homeland Security Admits you into the U.S. Sends your information to the Social Security Administration. Step 5 Social Security Administration Mails your Social Security number card to your U.S. mailing address. Call SSA toll-free at 1-800-772-1213, if you don't get your card within 3 weeks of being admitted to the U.S. If you are an immigrant already present in the United States and you need a Social Security Number, you will need to find your local Social Security Office and apply in person. ______________________________________________________________________________ 本文由範毅禹律師事務所提供 本律師事務所精辦各類勞工應聘及專業移民申請 (包括H-1，L-1，EB-1，EB-2，NIW，勞工卡，綠卡等申請)。所有申請由多位美籍律師及擁有15年經驗的範毅禹律師親自處理，我所並特設中英移民網站。內有最新移民新聞資訊及由律師主持的移民問答集，歡迎讀者流覽查詢。 www.Fan-Law.com CALIFORNIA : Fan, Fitzpatrick & Thompson, LLP. 370 E. Glenarm St., Pasadena , CA 91106 Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] MARYLAND : Fan, Fitzpatrick & Thompson, LLP. 230 North Washington Street, Suite 400 , Rockville , MD 20850 Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]