EAD received but no SSN yet - how to check SSA status?

Congrats on getting your EAD! 🎉 I was in the same boat a few months ago. Here's what I learned: • SSA usually takes 2-4 weeks to process SSN requests after EAD approval • You can call the SSA office to check if a number has been assigned • If it's been over a month, definitely make an in-person appointment • Bring your EAD card and passport to the appointment • Some offices allow walk-ins, but appointments are safer Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

ugh the SSA is such a mess rn. I've been waiting 2 months for my replacement card and still nothing. good luck OP!

Pro tip: If you need to talk to someone at SSA, use this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool. It dials the phone menu, stays on hold, and connects you when an agent picks up. Costs $20 but saved me hours of frustration. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Z-BRbJw3puU

Anyone else notice that the SSA website is always "under maintenance" when you need it most? 🙄

I had a similar issue last year. Ended up going to the office in person and got it sorted in like 30 minutes. Sometimes old school is the way to go!

hot take: the whole immigration system needs a massive overhaul. its 2023 and were still dealing with paper forms and snail mail? smh

Random question - does anyone know if you can use your EAD to open a bank account while waiting for the SSN? Asking for a friend 👀

Just went through this exact same process! A few things that helped me: 1. You can actually check your SSN status online at ssa.gov/myaccount if you create an account (though it's sometimes finicky) 2. The 1-800-SSA number (1-800-772-1213) has a "check application status" option - best to call early morning 3. If you're in a rush, some local SSA offices do same-day processing for urgent cases (like job start dates) The waiting is definitely frustrating but 3 weeks is still within normal timeframe. Good luck! 🍀

Just wanted to add my experience for anyone else going through this! I got my EAD in March and was in the same boat - no SSN after 3 weeks. Called the SSA number (1-800-772-1213) and they confirmed my application was still processing. What worked for me: I made an appointment at my local SSA office after 4 weeks of waiting. Brought my EAD card, passport, and I-94. The whole process took about 45 minutes and I had my SSN card in the mail within a week! Pro tip: When you call, have your A-number ready from your EAD card - it speeds up the process. Don't stress too much @1c02b0eafc8b, 3 weeks is still normal timing. But definitely call tomorrow to check status and consider scheduling an appointment if you're getting close to needing it for work or other applications. Hope this helps! The waiting game is tough but you're almost there! 💪

Just wanted to chime in as someone who went through this process recently! I received my EAD in January and was anxiously waiting for my SSN too. Here's what I learned from my experience: • The SSA processing times have been really inconsistent lately - I've seen people get theirs in 2 weeks, others waiting 6+ weeks • Definitely call the 1-800-772-1213 number to check status after 3 weeks (sounds like you're right at that point!) • When you call, press 1 for English, then 2 for "if you applied for a Social Security card" - this gets you to the right department faster • If you do need to go in person, try to schedule for early morning appointments - less crowded and staff is usually more helpful The uncertainty is definitely stressful, but hang in there! Most people I know eventually got their cards within 4-6 weeks of getting their EAD. Fingers crossed yours comes through soon! 🤞 Also, make sure your address is exactly the same on all your documents - any discrepancies can cause delays in processing/mailing.

I just went through this exact situation a couple months ago! Got my EAD in February and was sweating bullets waiting for the SSN. Here's what worked for me: Called the SSA hotline at exactly 8am (they open early and you'll get through faster). Had my A-number from my EAD card ready which really sped things up. They told me my application was "in processing" at the 3-week mark. Made an in-person appointment for week 4 just to be safe. Brought my EAD, passport, I-94, and a copy of my I-765 approval notice. The whole thing took maybe 40 minutes and I had my SSN card in hand within 10 days. One thing nobody told me - if you're planning to start work soon, mention that during your appointment. They can sometimes expedite processing for employment purposes. Don't stress too much about the 3-week timeline - that's actually pretty normal right now. The system is just slow but it does work eventually! Keep us posted on how it goes! 👍

I'm in the exact same situation right now! Just got my EAD last week and the waiting for the SSN is driving me crazy. Reading through everyone's experiences here is really helpful though - sounds like 3-4 weeks is pretty normal timing. Quick question for anyone who's been through this: did you get any kind of confirmation when you first applied for the SSN during your I-765 process? I feel like I'm just sitting here hoping they actually received my request, but I don't have any tracking number or confirmation that it's in their system. Also seeing some people mention calling with your A-number ready - is that the number that starts with "A" on the front of the EAD card? Want to make sure I have the right info when I call next week. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences! This community is a lifesaver for navigating all this stuff 🙏

I went through this exact same process about 6 months ago and totally understand the anxiety! Here's my timeline and what helped: • Got EAD in September, called SSA at the 3-week mark • They confirmed my application was processing (have your A-number ready when you call!) • Made an in-person appointment at week 4 just to be proactive • Brought EAD, passport, I-94, and printed I-765 approval notice • Got my SSN card in the mail exactly 8 days after the appointment The key thing that helped me was calling early in the morning (around 8:15am) to avoid long hold times. Also, don't panic if the online account creation doesn't work - it's hit or miss for new SSN applicants. Since you're at 3 weeks, I'd definitely call tomorrow to check status. If they say it's still processing, you could schedule an appointment for next week just to have a backup plan. Most offices are understanding about employment needs too if you mention you need it for work purposes. The waiting is torture but you're right on track with normal timing! Keep us posted on how the call goes tomorrow 🤞

Just wanted to add my experience to this helpful thread! I went through the exact same situation last year - got my EAD in October and was anxiously waiting for my SSN. Here's what worked for me: Called the SSA number (1-800-772-1213) at exactly 8:00am on a Tuesday (seems like early mornings really are the key!). Had my A-number from my EAD card ready and they were able to confirm my application was in their system and "actively processing." At the 4-week mark, I scheduled an in-person appointment at my local SSA office. Brought my EAD, passport, I-94, and a printed copy of my I-765 approval notice. The whole process took about 50 minutes - they basically re-submitted my application with priority processing right there on the spot. Got my SSN card in the mail exactly 6 days later! For anyone currently waiting: don't stress if you're still within the 3-4 week window, that's completely normal. But definitely call to check status and consider scheduling an appointment as a backup plan if you're approaching a month. The waiting is nerve-wracking but the system does work! Hang in there @1c02b0eafc8b - you're right on track! 🍀

I'm going through this exact same situation right now! Got my EAD two weeks ago and the SSN waiting game is real. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been super helpful - it's reassuring to know that 3-4 weeks is normal timing and there are concrete steps I can take. The early morning calling strategy seems to be the golden tip here. I'm definitely going to try calling at 8am sharp with my A-number ready. It's also good to know that the in-person appointment route can actually speed things up with priority processing, not just provide peace of mind. One thing I'm wondering - for those who went the in-person route, how far out were you able to schedule appointments? I'm thinking I should probably call to check status around week 3 and potentially schedule an appointment as a backup plan, but I want to make sure I can actually get an appointment within a reasonable timeframe if needed. Thanks to everyone sharing their timelines and tips! This community is amazing for navigating all these processes 🙏