I went to the Social Security Administration last week

[iemanja]

Last edited Mon Sep 8, 2025, 05:55 PM - Edit history (2)

Update: I got my new card already!

I had to change my name on my Social Security card. I had to fill out an application online, then schedule an appointment, which turned out to be three weeks out. When I got there, they searched my things and verified my appointment. i waited for about 2 min past my appointment time until I was called in. I had brought copious paperwork, but all they wanted to see was my divorce decree and my ID. I was out of there in 10 minutes. I was surprised at how painless it was.

I just thought I'd let you all know in case you're dreading a visit to the SS Office. At least in my area, it worked well.

[SheilaAnn]

1. When my ex-husband died I had to go to SS to get partial of his payment, in/out in 20 minutes and the workers were ever

so nice. He was adopted so I expected a few questions which I got but also had the answers. Good experience.

[2naSalit]

2. A few months ago...

I had to report my change of address and I was able to do it over the phone, no waiting.

[NewHendoLib]

3. My wife has an appointment in October so she

Can get her spousal benefit increase when mine starts in January (when I turn 70). I foresee no issues

[bucolic_frolic]

4. Yes but you still had to go there. /nt

[homegirl]

5. Surely a

security measure when an increase in benefit is the purpose.

[littlemissmartypants]

6. To do a divorce name change for a new card original documents are required.

Would it be prudent to mail original documents to an office and expect to be without them? Like for example, your divorce name changed new driver's license?

[littlemissmartypants]

7. Thanks for sharing this, iemanja. ❤️

[dlk]

8. Every phone contact I've had this year with Social Security has been positive

The phone agents have personable and helpful, and I always let them know how much I appreciate the work they do

[usaf-vet]

9. Sounds good IF you have a local SS office. Our nearest...

.... office is a 150 mile round trip away. That is an all day trip. In summer time and often safely unaccessible in winter weather. Neither is an option at 78 years old.

[iemanja]

10. That's terrible

I live in a large city, and the office is only a couple of miles away. I'm lucky.

[Joinfortmill]

11. Excellent! This is good news and important information.

[surfered]

12. That was my experience years ago. Hope it continues.

[TomSlick]

13. I had a similar experience last week.

I was seen within a minute or so of my appointment. I was out in five minutes of my appointment time.

The waiting area was packed by folks who walked-in without an appointment. They were not happy when I was called soon after arriving. The teaching point is to have an appointment.

[iemanja]

14. At mine, they wouldn't let you in

without an appointment. There are two sides of the building. Where I was in the back is for cards only.

[iemanja]

15. I got my new card already!

That's one week from my interview.