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Can I laminate my Social Security Card?


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According to the Social Security Administration: "We discourage the lamination of Social Security number (SSN) cards because lamination would prevent detection of certain security features. To deter potential fraud and misuse involving SSNs, we currently issue SSN cards that are both counterfeit-resistant and tamper-resistant. (For example, the card contains a marbleized light blue security tint on the front, with the words "Social Security" in white; intaglio printing in some areas on the front of the card; and yellow, pink, and blue planchets--small discs--on both sides. ) We cannot guarantee the validity of a laminated card...."

You should not carry your social security card around with you anyway. It is too easy for someone to steal your identity if they get it. You should just file it away someplace safe and take it out when you need it for a job, etc...

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