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Do I need a new social security number?

EdenHazard · 2012-06-17 12:02:56

Hey, I haven't lived in the US since I was like 5 but I still have my old social security number, do I need a new one or what if I wanna work back there?

17-06-2012 01:02PM

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EdenHazard

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Hey, I haven't lived in the US since I was like 5 but I still have my old social security number, do I need a new one or what if I wanna work back there?

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#2 17-06-2012 01:47PM

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Your social security number is yours for life, no need for a new one.
However, having one does not mean you are legal to work- you need to be a US citizen (for example if you were born there?), greencard holder, or hold a valid visa which allows work.

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