How to Apply for a Social Security Number:
J1 Students and Academic Staff
If you are an F-1 and want to apply for a social security number, click here.
For J-1 students and J-1 academic staff, to apply for a social security number, you will first need to obtain a letter of certification of your J-1 status at the ISSO. You will then take the following documents to the Social Security Administration Office:
- ISSO certification
- I-94 Card
- DS-2019 Form
- Passport
For J-2 dependents, you must apply for employment authorization first. After receiving your work permit, you may take your work permit card along with your visa documents to apply for a social security number.
In general, you will receive your social security number within 2-3 weeks.
Location:
127 West State Street, 2nd floor
Ithaca, NY 14850
Phone: 256-3651
For more information on a Social Security Number for other non-immigrant visas, visit the Social Security Administration's web site.