How long to SSN after montreal interview?

[LeprechaunSean 0]

I know that the SSN card comes after about a month or so, I'm just wondering if there is a way to find out what the number is sooner so I can apply for my sons passport. Not sure where to look.

[Kathryn41 3,205]

Not that I know of. After she has crossed into the US, if she doesn't get the card soon you can probably go to the SSA office near you and they might be able to help you out.

[Carlawarla 1]

I know that the SSN card comes after about a month or so, I'm just wondering if there is a way to find out what the number is sooner so I can apply for my sons passport. Not sure where to look.

Someone can correct me if I'm wrong, but my understanding is that after you arrive in the US, your SSN may come in the mail approximately 6 weeks after entry. People have been advised, that if it doesn't, then you can go to your local office.

[frenzyheart 2]

Here's a silly question: does it come automatically, or do you have to apply for it once you're in the states??

[TayRivers 4]

Here's a silly question: does it come automatically, or do you have to apply for it once you're in the states??

It depends on which type of visa you enter the USA on. If it is a K1 then you need to apply once you are in the USA. If it is a K3 then you need to file for EAD once in the USA and once you have that you can apply for a SSN. If you are entering the USA on a CR1/IR1 or any of the other immigrant visa's and you checked the box on the DS230 then a SSN should be sent to you within 6 weeks of entry. If it has not arrived within the first 3 weeks go to the SSA office and find out if one has been issued to you and if not then apply for your SSN while you are there.

[Flames9_RN 358]

With a DCF'er or a CR-1 or IR-1, if u checked the box off on the DS-230, it "should" come in the mail automatically in about 2-4 weeks! BUT often it does NOT show up!! SO, after 10 - 14 BUSINESS days, one can goto the local SSN office and inquire about the status of ur SSN! IF by then it is not in the system, you can apply again. One can download the form at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/online/ss-5.html

Best to be prepared and take it to the office already filled out. As well ensure you take ur passport with the visa in it!! I had to go that route, and the SSN showed up a week after applying for it at the office

[LeprechaunSean 0]

With a DCF'er or a CR-1 or IR-1, if u checked the box off on the DS-230, it "should" come in the mail automatically in about 2-4 weeks! BUT often it does NOT show up!! SO, after 10 - 14 BUSINESS days, one can goto the local SSN office and inquire about the status of ur SSN! IF by then it is not in the system, you can apply again. One can download the form at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/online/ss-5.html

Best to be prepared and take it to the office already filled out. As well ensure you take ur passport with the visa in it!! I had to go that route, and the SSN showed up a week after applying for it at the office

I checked the box for both my wife and son, so I guess I just have to wait soooo tired of waiting....

[Flames9_RN 358]

Wait 2 weeks then head to the office! get their early as it tends to be a busy place!!!