How to apply for SSN number?

Question

I am in U.S on Student Visa, how can I apply for SSN number?

Answer 1

\I can answer this question pretty well as I have been through this.

In the US, it is nearly impossible for a foreigner to obtain a SSN number. Even investors (under E-1 or E-2 visa) who invest a substantial amount of money in the US economy have a hard time to obtain it.

Here is what you have to do as soon as possible:

Normally, as a student (under F-1 visa), you are allowed to work on campus for a maximum of 20 hours/week. For you to get the SSN, find a student job which are pretty easy to get, then you can apply for the SSN. There is no limited amount of time regarding your student job so you can basically work one hour and apply for SSN.

I suggest that you do that as soon as possible as there is no guarantee to you will have the opportunity to do it later (for example, if you do not find a company that will sponsor you for H1-B).

Answer 2

Social Security Office

Answer 3

Go to your local social security office.