
We require this documentation only if you have

Prevent your wages from being posted correctly to your Social Security record, which may lower the amount of your future Social Security benefits.If you do not tell us when your name changes, it may:

If you are working, you also need to tell your employer. If you legally change your name because of marriage, divorce, court order, or any other reason, you need to tell Social Security so that you can get a corrected card. Please note that appointments may not be immediately available, depending on local health and safety conditions and staffing. Please call your local Social Security office if you would like to drop off your evidence or if you think you may qualify for an in-person appointment. We also offer additional options for submitting documents, including Express Interviews by appointment, and Drop Boxes, where available.

If you prefer, you may choose to mail us secondary evidence of identity and less sensitive material. Submitting Documents to Social Security: Please do not mail original primary documents that should be kept secure in your possession, such as driver’s licenses, passports, or immigration documents.
