Applying for SSN

[Pinkranger 0]

Hi.

I am in the middle of AOS from B2 and just got an email alert stating that USCIS has already ordered to have the EAD card produced. Should I wait for the actual card to arrive before I apply for an SSN? Common sense says I should but I just want to confirm it from people here nonetheless.

[I'm Gone 60]

Hi.

Common sense says I should but I just want to confirm it from people here nonetheless.

Yes, common sense says you should wait.

RM 10211.510 Actions Required When an Alien’s Status Changes

https://secure.ssa.gov/apps10/poms.nsf/lnx/0110211510

D. Processing when a status change is pending

2. An alien alleges DHS employment authorization

If an alien alleges DHS employment authorization while the change of status request is being processed, ask to see the DHS issued EAD and follow these procedures:

-- If the alien presents a valid EAD, process the request for an employment authorized SSN card.

-- If the alien does not have an EAD, advise the applicant to contact DHS for the appropriate documentation; i.e., temporary I-551 stamp in the passport or on Form I-94 or an EAD.