What form do I use to change my name with Social Security?
You’ll need to fill out Form SS-5, the standard application for a Social Security card that you can download from the Social Security website. Mail the form or deliver it in person to your local Social Security office, along with original copies of documents proving your legal name change and your identity.
What is a SSA 795 form?
Individuals use Form SSA-795 to make signed statements relating to claims for Social Security benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments under 20 CFR 404.702 and 416.570 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
How do I notify the IRS of a name change?
Apply for an ATIN by filing Form W-7A, and file this form with the IRS. After a name change, file Form SS-5PDF. The form is available on SSA.gov or by calling 800-772-1213.
Does your Social Security number change when you get married?
Your Social Security number, a unique identifier issued by the Social Security Administration (SSA), is meant to stay with you for life and never change. But there are instances where the SSA makes exceptions.
Do I need to change my name with the IRS after marriage?
Hi, Jeshal, and I work for the IRS. If you changed your name after a recent marriage, divorce, or for some other reason, you need to notify the Social Security Administration of that change before you file your tax return.
Does Social Security notify IRS of name change?
If a name on your tax return doesn’t match SSA records, it can delay the IRS processing of your return. If a newly-adopted child has a Social Security number, inform the SSA of their name change.
How do I change my name on my social security card after I get married?
To change your name on your card, you must show us documents proving your legal name change and identity. You also must show us a document proving your U.S. citizenship, if it is not already in our records. You must present original documents or copies certified by the agency that issued them.
Do I have to notify Social Security if I get married?
Life events that can affect your SSI status, including a change in marital status or your spouse’s income, must be reported to the SSA no later than 10 days after the end of the month in which the change took place. Deeming applies only to married couples who are living together.
Where can I get a SSA 44 form?
Instead, contact the SSA at 1-800-772-1213. You also don’t need to fill out this form if you aren’t already paying an IRMAA.