What needs to be done after oath?

[Mohd_mizzou]

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[Mohd_mizzou]

How do I change my citizenship status on Social Security’s records?

a nice link
How do I change my citizenship status on Social Security’s records?

http://ssa-custhelp.ssa.gov/cgi-bin...3NlYXJjaF90ZXh0PXN0YXR1cw**&p_li=&p_topview=1

 

[Mohd_mizzou]

a nice link
How do I change my citizenship status on Social Security’s records?

http://ssa-custhelp.ssa.gov/cgi-bin...3NlYXJjaF90ZXh0PXN0YXR1cw**&p_li=&p_topview=1

I did apply for a status update (in person) after oath .. it takes a few minutes .. Thanks

 

[rjmco]

I did apply for a status update (in person) after oath .. it takes a few minutes .. Thanks

To change the immigration status with Social Security without name change, do we have to fill-out or submit an SS-5 Form? What proofs or documents do we have to bring?

 

[Jackolantern]

To change the immigration status with Social Security without name change, do we have to fill-out or submit an SS-5 Form? What proofs or documents do we have to bring?

If your current SS card still has the employment restriction written on it, you need to bring the SS-5 form to the SS office along with your naturalization certificate or passport so they will send you an updated card without the restriction, in addition to updating your status.

If you already got an updated SS card before citizenship, I don't think you'll need the SS-5 form; they should be able to update your status without bothering with the form.

 

[ksam]

That is a false myth and a disservice to democracy. Jury duty lists are drawn from multiple sources, the voter registration is just one of them. I got jury duty letters before I naturalized, so that is sufficient proof that it doesn't matter if you are registered to vote or not you might get a letter for jury duty. I think one can vote absentee, so why not do it? If you are living abroad what is the problem? They are not going to send you a letter to come to the US to serve in a jury. I have to acknowledge that it frustrates me a lot when I see people advising others not to register to vote to avoid jury duty. That's just a MYTH!

I know its a dumb question .... but how and where do you register to vote ? Do I have to mail any form or do it in person somewhere (in Atlanta)?

 

[rjmco]

If your current SS card still has the employment restriction written on it, you need to bring the SS-5 form to the SS office along with your naturalization certificate or passport so they will send you an updated card without the restriction, in addition to updating your status.

If you already got an updated SS card before citizenship, I don't think you'll need the SS-5 form; they should be able to update your status without bothering with the form.

Thank you Jackolantern, I don't have any restrictions on my SS card so I'll just bring the documents you mentioned above and not to worry about SS-5 form.

 

[Huracan]

I know its a dumb question .... but how and where do you register to vote ? Do I have to mail any form or do it in person somewhere (in Atlanta)?

I believe all libraries have voter registration forms. Otherwise you can search on the web for your county registrar of voters and they should also have forms online that you can print and fill out and send by mail. If you have a library nearby I would start from there.

I think for Atlanta you could start from here:

http://www.sos.georgia.gov/Elections/

 

[Jackolantern]

Thank you Jackolantern, I don't have any restrictions on my SS card so I'll just bring the documents you mentioned above and not to worry about filling-up SS-5 form.

You should also bring the SS card itself.

 

[Jackolantern]

I know its a dumb question .... but how and where do you register to vote ? Do I have to mail any form or do it in person somewhere (in Atlanta)?

Should be possible at the DMV. Call them or check their web site.

 

[Mohd_mizzou]

Should be possible at the DMV. Call them or check their web site.

I did register to vote at a DMV office.. it worked for me ..

 

[vettipuls]

If your current SS card still has the employment restriction written on it, you need to bring the SS-5 form to the SS office along with your naturalization certificate or passport so they will send you an updated card without the restriction, in addition to updating your status.

If you already got an updated SS card before citizenship, I don't think you'll need the SS-5 form; they should be able to update your status without bothering with the form.

We went and updated our status yesterday here at Grandprairie, TX which is the only office serving the DFW area. No name change and employment restrictions on the card in our case. Just status update from PR to USC. We were still asked to complete the SS-5 form. Just FYI.

 

[rjmco]

We went and updated our status yesterday here at Grandprairie, TX which is the only office serving the DFW area. No name change and employment restrictions on the card in our case. Just status update from PR to USC. We were still asked to complete the SS-5 form. Just FYI.

I see, good to know, thanks for posting this

 

[marco2009]

Is it essential to update the social security record w/ the new citizenship status?

There is no requirement to update alien/citizenship status change with the SSA.

Unless you are planning to leave US and start receiving retirement in foreign country - there is no need to update status. SSA will not mail retirement to US embassy if you are not USC.

 

[marco2009]

The SSA tracks your citizenship status since it is a vital factor in determining whether you are eligible for benefits.

It is the myth that there are differences in benefits. Benefits are same for LPRs and USC.

 

[thankful]

It is the myth that there are differences in benefits. Benefits are same for LPRs and USC.

There will be a difference if you ever find yourself in need to apply for supplemental security income.

 

[marco2009]

There will be a difference if you ever find yourself in need to apply for supplemental security income.

What difference?
http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/11051-sup.html

 

[Jackolantern]

There is no requirement to update alien/citizenship status change with the SSA.

The SSA web site says there is that requirement, although there is no mention of a deadline to do it or penalties for not doing it.

However, failing to update your status with them could cause some hassles for you, because in some states for voter registration they verify citizenship status with the SSA and can remove you from the voters list if the SSA says you are not a citizen. And the eVerify system also does some cross-checks with the SSA database, resulting in some naturalized citizens having trouble with their employers until they update their citizenship status with the SSA.

 

[Triple Citizen]

I know for sure that SSI rates differ in New York between citizens and LPRs. In NY the state contributes a little in addition to the federal amount. The state contribution does make a difference between citizen and LPR.

It is the myth that there are differences in benefits. Benefits are same for LPRs and USC.