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Change a name on a Social Security cardUpdatedTo change your name on your Social Security card: Step 1 : Gather documents proving your: Legal name change; Marriage document ; Divorce decree ; Certificate of Naturalization showing a new name ; or...
Replace a Social Security card for an adultTo get a replacement card: Step 1 : Gather documents proving your: Identity U.S. citizenship if you have not established your citizenship with us Immigration status if you are not a U.S. citizen Step...
2012 Social Security tax rate and maximum taxable earningsFor 2012, the maximum taxable earnings amount for Social Security (OASDI) taxes is $110,100. There is no limitation on taxable earnings for Medicare's Hospital Insurance (HI) taxes. Employee/Employer...
Apply for SSIUpdatedTo apply for SSI benefits, you can: Complete the Adult Disability Report or the Child Disability Report online, and schedule an appointment to complete the SSI application; or...
Report a change of address to Social SecurityThere are multiple reasons to report your change of address with us. Answer a few questions below to receive a link to the proper instruction to follow, based on your need.
Apply for Social Security disability benefitsYou can start your disability application immediately online. There is no need to wait for an appointment. Follow these four easy steps to get started: Step 1: Review the Adult Disability...
Paying income tax on Social Security benefitsYou will have to pay federal taxes on your Social Security benefits if you file a federal tax return as an individual and your total income is more than $25,000. If you file a joint...
When benefits are paidUpdatedSocial Security pays retirement, disability, and survivor benefits the month following the month in which you earned the benefit. For example, if you earned a benefit in May, we will pay...
Check the status of a pending applicationUpdatedIf you applied for benefits, you can check the status of your application online. Your application status shows: The date we received your application; Any requests...
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