SS# after getting EAD (from H1B)

[ilovethe80s]

I just got my EAD today (filed with I-485, married to a US citizen). I used to have H1B status, thus I already have an SS card/# that says "Valid for Employment with INS authorization only." I believe someone with an EAD and in adjustment status receives the same kind of SS card.

My question: Can anyone in similar status (H1 to EAD) tell me what they did? Do I have to go to the SSA to get an updated card? Do I have to inform them of my change of status? Or do I just use my existing card since I will have the same number anyway?

Thanks!

 

[myredskins]

I just got my EAD today (filed with I-485, married to a US citizen). I used to have H1B status, thus I already have an SS card/# that says "Valid for Employment with INS authorization only." I believe someone with an EAD and in adjustment status receives the same kind of SS card.

My question: Can anyone in similar status (H1 to EAD) tell me what they did? Do I have to go to the SSA to get an updated card? Do I have to inform them of my change of status? Or do I just use my existing card since I will have the same number anyway?

Thanks!

You can only get a new ss card, once your conditional green card has been mailed to you. An EAD only does not let the SS people give you an updated ss card. So wait.

 

[Jackolantern]

Changing from H1 to EAD or to another visa does entitle you to a new SS card, nor does it require you to inform the SSA of your status. When you get a green card that's when you should update your status with them and apply for the new card.

 

[ilovethe80s]

Changing from H1 to EAD or to another visa does entitle you to a new SS card, nor does it require you to inform the SSA of your status. When you get a green card that's when you should update your status with them and apply for the new card.

Thanks for the replies guys!

Jackolantern -- you do mean "does NOT entitle you to a new SS card" correct?