Do I have to give my Social Security number to my employer?

Employers may ask for a Social Security number before you’ve been hired, but it’s not mandatory to provide it, according to the Society of Human Resource Management. When you are hired, you will need to provide your Social Security number so your employer can do a background check.

Why does my employer need my child’s Social Security number?

Once your child starts working and throughout their career, employers will verify their Social Security number to help reduce fraud and improve the accuracy of their earnings records. Employers collect FICA, or Federal Insurance Contributions Act withholdings, and report earnings electronically.

Should kids know their SSN?

According to the Social Security Administration, you will likely need to disclose your child’s SSN in the following situations: To claim your child as a dependent on your income tax return. To open a bank account or buy a savings bond for your child. To obtain medical coverage for your child.

Why does employer need Social Security card?

Employers often ask to see an employee’s Social Security card. While not required, SSA provides a service for employers to verify a name and SSN for wage reporting purposes when you want additional assurance of an employee’s correct name and SSN.

Do I have to give my Social Security number to my college?

You are not legally required to provide your social security number on college applications: your social security number is private. Schools are not required to ask for it. It will be required for a college loan, but it should not be required for a college application.

How do I protect a minor’s Social Security number?

How to Protect Your Child’s Identity

1. Consider Security Freezes on Your Child’s Credit Reports.
2. Safeguard Children’s Social Security Numbers.
3. Monitor Your Child’s Personal Information.
4. Pay Attention to Privacy Policies.
5. Use Your Own Personal Information Instead of Your Child’s.
6. Avoid Oversharing on Social Media.

How do I stop someone using my child’s Social Security number?

Contact your local law enforcement and get a police report. Contact the fraud departments of companies where accounts were opened in your child’s name. Ask them to close the account and send you a letter of confirmation. You may need to provide a copy of your child’s birth certificate and a police report.

Can an employer require an original Social Security card?

The IRS says that employers must obtain the name and Social Security number for each employee and enter them on the employee’s Form W-2. While the IRS does not say you should “require” that employees show you the card, you can certainly request that they do so.

Can employer require copy of Social Security card?

According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the answer is yes. The IRS Hiring Employees guidance reads: “You are required to get each employee’s name and Social Security Number (SSN) and to enter them on Form W-2. You may, but are not required to, photocopy the social security card if the employee provides it.