When do I apply for an SSN?

[Krikit 1,164]

Sorry, Sapa. You have to wait for your EAD.

[TracyTN 237]

This idea of K1ers getting their SSN and then suddenly working has been tossed around here on VJ a lot lately. I don't understand why.

Assuming one has at least a basic knowledge of the visa type, I don't understand how there can be confusion on when you can work. *shrugs*

[vnoe 0]

I entered on a K1 Visa. Got married and about 3 weeks later applied for my SSN. The lady didn't really know if I could...she made a call and I rec'd my SSN. Now it states clearly that it is not for work on it. Once I get my green card it will be changed.

So YES you can get your SSN prior to receiving EAD or green card.

I took in all my paperwork and marriage license. Only thing is they would not let my girls apply for their SSN without an EAD....however, my children are in kindergarten so there was no need..lol.

I still do not have my greencard...its in the works somewhere out there.

jmo

[payxibka 10,045]

I entered on a K1 Visa. Got married and about 3 weeks later applied for my SSN. The lady didn't really know if I could...she made a call and I rec'd my SSN. Now it states clearly that it is not for work on it. Once I get my green card it will be changed.

So YES you can get your SSN prior to receiving EAD or green card.

I took in all my paperwork and marriage license. Only thing is they would not let my girls apply for their SSN without an EAD....however, my children are in kindergarten so there was no need..lol.

I still do not have my greencard...its in the works somewhere out there.

jmo

The SSN you will receive does not state clearly that it is not for work. What it states is that you cannot work without specific DHS authorization.

For a K-1 you can receive a SSN as long as you apply before day 76 after your entry into the USA. For a K-3 you cannot get SSN until you have EAD.

[EWWM NITCH KAH 0]

Ive been told by INS to waite until we are married before I submit for the ssn and all other needed documents ie: She has been here 42 days k1 and we are not married yet.. should I apply now for a ssn # ??? and would it be a good idea right now.. One guy hit the nail on the head stating that there is many much talk about this subject lately.. Thanks

[I'm Gone 60]

Ive been told by INS to waite until we are married before I submit for the ssn and all other needed documents ie: She has been here 42 days k1 and we are not married yet.. should I apply now for a ssn # ??? and would it be a good idea right now.. One guy hit the nail on the head stating that there is many much talk about this subject lately.. Thanks

Why would you take advice from immigration about when to apply for an SSN? They can hardly give out good advice on their own stuff. I would say you have wait way too long. Should have applied at least a month ago. Get your butt in an SSA office ASAP.

BTW INS has not been around for about 4 years. It's USCIS that handles the immigration applications now.