Question for Visa Holders

[scrosso 0]

Hi Guys,

Hopefully some of the lucky ones that have completed the whole process can help me. I am leaving a week today to go to the states and will arrive in 2 weeks, but i want to know a few things.

1) SSN - do i have to apply for one as i ticked the box on the form in the application, or is it automatically sent too me. How long does it take?

2) Can i start work without the social security number?

3) Is there anything to expect from arrival, and when handing over the sealed brown envelope?

Many thanks in advance for your help.

[JoannaV 174]

1) You may or may not receive the SSN automatically. Wait for however long you feel like waiting, and then go into an SSA office and apply in person if you don't receive it in the mail. I'd say wait two or three weeks, four if you're not desperate to receive it and can't be bothered to go into the office.

2) I don't know about this. I guess it depends on if an employer is willing to accept you. Would make it a little complicated with taxes initially, so probably best to try to get your SSN sooner rather than later if you want to work asap.

3) You will be ink-fingerprinted at the POE. Other than that, it is a pretty simple experience.

Enjoy your cruise!

[Neal851 3]

1) You may or may not receive the SSN automatically. Wait for however long you feel like waiting, and then go into an SSA office and apply in person if you don't receive it in the mail. I'd say wait two or three weeks, four if you're not desperate to receive it and can't be bothered to go into the office.

2) I don't know about this. I guess it depends on if an employer is willing to accept you. Would make it a little complicated with taxes initially, so probably best to try to get your SSN sooner rather than later if you want to work asap.

3) You will be ink-fingerprinted at the POE. Other than that, it is a pretty simple experience.

Enjoy your cruise!

Thats absolutely correct.....