Removing "Valid to Work Only with DHS Authorization" from Social security card

[Thezappa 69]

Hi all,

 

I sent my ROC in end of November (still waiting like everyone else) but I realised I never removed restrictions on my SSN when I first got my green card, too busy with work and life to go in. 

Looks like the social security offices are doing appointments only and I've been on the phone to try make one the last hour.

 

I'm wondering if I need to do this before the green card expires or could I wait until the 10 year green card arrives or I get citizenship (whichever happens quicker)?

What did everyone else do?

 

Edited December 29, 2020 by Thezappa

[NancyNguyen 1,657]

You dont have to remove it unless you really have to. You have to wait for everything to be normal again, they don’t give appointments to less important services.

[Hamilton 511]

I applied for an updated SSN card after I got the 2-year conditional GC. I've needed to show my SSN to new employers so it was useful to not have the DHS condition on it. If you're not planning to start a new job anywhere in the near future (or do any other activities that require presenting the SSN card to someone), I think it's fine if you push it off. Actually, most employers also allow you to present several other documents besides the SSN, so I think you're fine regardless.

[Thezappa 69]

Thank you both!

Good to know, happy I don't have to go through the hassle. Ill just wait