How do I report a stolen or lost Social Security card?
If your Social Security card has been stolen, you can apply for a replacement card. Usually, the only time you will need to produce your card is when you apply for employment.
You can replace your card for free if it is lost or stolen. However, you are limited to three replacement cards in a year and 10 during your lifetime. Legal name changes and other exceptions do not count toward these limits. For example, changes in noncitizen status that require card updates may not count toward these limits. Also, you may not be affected by these limits if you can prove you need the card to prevent a significant hardship.
When you apply for a replacement card, also ask Social Security to review your earnings records to ensure they are correct and that no one else is using your number to work. Likewise, verify your earnings each time you get your annual Social Security Statement.