Can Canadian tourist get SSN?

[unique135 0]

Hi,

my question is can canadian tourist get SSN? ....what will be the requirements in that case?

I need some way through which I could get SSN....

One reason for needing SSN is opening bank account.

Your advice/opinion is much appreciated,

Thank you for your replies

Edited December 28, 2009 by unique135

[payxibka 10,045]

a tourist of any nationality is not eligible for a SSN

[unique135 0]

a tourist of any nationality is not eligible for a SSN

Hmm I thought non-workable SSNs were given if the need was absolute such as banks needing SSN to open account. (I think this is a possibility)

I wasn't sure though

Thanks payxibka

[trailmix 77]

If you do not have permission to work

Lawfully admitted noncitizens can get many benefits and services without a Social Security number. You do not need a number to conduct business with a bank, register for school, apply for educational tests, obtain private health insurance, apply for school lunch programs or apply for subsidized housing. You cannot get a Social Security number for the sole purpose of obtaining a driver’s license.

Government benefits or services: If you do not have permission to work, you may apply for a Social Security number only if:

A federal law requires you to provide your Social Security number to get a particular benefit or service; or

A state or local law requires you to provide your Social Security number to get general assistance benefits that you already have qualified for.

http://www.ssa.gov/ss5doc/

[unique135 0]

Thanks that helped.

[Deputy Purple 1,294]

For bank accounts all you need is to file out IRS Form W8-BEN...

[Krikit 1,164]

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