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New Citizens Will Be Able to Seamlessly Request Social Security Updates

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Starting April 1, 2024, new U.S. citizens can now request a Social Security number or card update directly when filing their naturalization application (Form N-400). Previously, citizens had to visit a Social Security Administration office separately to update their records. This streamlined process eliminates an extra step and allows seamless coordination between USCIS and the Social Security Administration.
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced that, starting April 1, applicants filing Form N-400, Application for Naturalization, will have the option to request an original or replacement Social Security number (SSN) or card and update their immigration status with the Social Security Administration (SSA) without having to visit an SSA office.

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