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[Squirt60]

My Sister in law called today to make an appointment to sign up for Social Security. She was given the option to do it over the phone one day next month. Has anyone here done that before? How does it work? They told her she will need proof of marriage. Would that be a copy of her marriage license or something else?

I appreciate any help. Thank you. 

[Meowingkitty]

I did it online. Didn't have to provide proof of marriage. It was easy as I recall.

[DSD2]

I had to sign up over the phone as I applied during Covid and in person wasn't an option.

While they asked for my spouse's name, DOB and date and place of marriage, a copy of the marriage certificate wasn't required. That may vary from state to state.

I got through it but if I'd had a choice I would definitely have applied in person...

[Desertdi]

The SS agent ALREADY KNOWS THE ANSWER.     You just need to give the date and place to prove you are the correct person on the other end of the line.       (At least that was when I applied)

[TheWanderingOne]

I did it on-line. Took a whopping 10 minutes. That's it. 

[D Kay]

I applied online and then someone from Social Security contacted me by phone.

[Carmie]

I signed up online.  I also signed my husband up.  I requested a form on line to have taxes taken out my SS "check"....I had to sign and send that in.

I had no reason to see anyone in person or call in.. I needed no proof of marriage.

[Linmo]

@Squirt60 As others wrote, I also set my account up online.  From what I recall, if she did not notify the Social Security agency when she married and her card is in her maiden name, she will need to submit a copy of her marriage license.  If she opens her account online, I think it can be uploaded.

[wilma]

@Squirt60 

I made an appointment and did it over the phone earlier this Summer. Your sister will need the latest statement the Social Security Administration sent her in the mail.

When SSA calls you, they ask questions to prove your identity first. Then, you answer more questions about your work history and other things. I did not need any proof of marriage other than answering the questions I was asked regarding my spouse. The whole thing took about 15-20 minutes over the phone. Very easy. 

After the interview ends, your application is sent for approval. The interviewer just takes the info; they can't officially approve your request. I received USPS mail confirmation that I was approved within 2 weeks. 

Hope this helps. 

[monicakm]

@Squirt60 

My husband and I just recently signed up over the phone for Social Security.  It was painless and in fact a pleasant experience. Both of us even thanked her for being such a pleasure to work with. We've had so much misinformation from various Social Security Representatives.  It's not been an easy experience until our phone visit. Based on our experience, I would highly recommend signing up over the phone.