I want to give my mom permission to pick up my Social Security card. How can she legally do that?
June 4, 2025
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To give your mom permission to represent you at the Social Security office, you’ll need to appoint her as your authorized representative. You can do this by completing Form SSA-1696, the "Appointment of Representative" form, and submitting it to the Social Security Administration.
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I want to give my mom permission to pick up my Social Security card. How can she legally do that?
I understand you want to give your mom permission to pick up your Social Security card. Are you looking to grant her temporary or permanent permission?
Temporary.
Have you already looked into the specific requirements or forms needed for someone else to pick up your Social Security card on your behalf?
No, what might they be?
Is there anything else the lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured, they'll be able to help with your authorization request.
Nothing else, just that.
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Just to clarify — are you referring to picking up your Social Security benefits?
No, just the card.
To give your mom permission to represent you at the Social Security office, you’ll need to appoint her as your authorized representative. You can do this by completing Form SSA-1696, the "Appointment of Representative" form, and submitting it to the Social Security Administration.
Thank you.
