ssn application

[logitech 0]

hi

do i have to get married beofre i apply for ssn or can i apply without getting married?? what is advisable

how long does it take to get ssn

[Eric-Pris 1,606]

you can apply either way. you should apply anytime between 2 weeks after you enter the US (to give DHS time to update the SSA system) until 2 weeks before the I-94 expires (day 76 from US entry).

basically, you should apply from day 14 to day 76 after entry.

you should get your card within about 5-10 days, unless you are not in tha SSA system, then it may take up to 6 weeks.

[Mononoke28 135]

Also, if anyone from the SSA office tells you that you cannot get your SS card because you have a K1 visa, try to get someone else or go to a different office. Some people at the SSA are not aware of how the rules apply to K1 visa holders.

Diana

[logitech 0]

Also, if anyone from the SSA office tells you that you cannot get your SS card because you have a K1 visa, try to get someone else or go to a different office. Some people at the SSA are not aware of how the rules apply to K1 visa holders.

Diana

are there any disadvantages if i get ssn befor emarriage..since my surname will change after marriage,will it have an impact?

[Eric-Pris 1,606]

are there any disadvantages if i get ssn befor emarriage..since my surname will change after marriage,will it have an impact?

yes, you will need to go back to SSA to do a name change.

[logitech 0]

are there any disadvantages if i get ssn befor emarriage..since my surname will change after marriage,will it have an impact?

yes, you will need to go back to SSA to do a name change.

Is that easy??How lomg does it take

[payxibka 10,045]

are there any disadvantages if i get ssn befor emarriage..since my surname will change after marriage,will it have an impact?

yes, you will need to go back to SSA to do a name change.

Is that easy??How lomg does it take

You also need to go back and update your immigration status once you get the greencard... You can do the name change and immigration status update all in one trip if you want... It is relatively easy, except it must be done in person and you will have to wait in line if the office is busy. The card should be re-issued within 10-14 days.