What else should you not have in your wallet? The number one thing you should not carry in your wallet is your social security card. If it gets into the wrong hands, it can be used for everything from buying a car to opening a credit card. You should also never carry your passport in your wallet.

Does it cost money to get a new SS card?

You can get an original Social Security card or a replacement card if yours is lost or stolen. There is no charge for a Social Security card.

Can someone steal my identity with just my Social Security number?

A dishonest person who has your Social Security number can use it to get other personal information about you. Identity thieves can use your number and your good credit to apply for more credit in your name. The Social Security Administration protects your Social Security number and keeps your records confidential.

When did they start putting Social Security cards in wallets?

In 1938, wallet manufacturer the E. H. Ferree company in Lockport, New York decided to promote its product by showing how a Social Security card would fit into its wallets. A sample card, used for display purposes, was inserted in each wallet.

What was the SSN on the Woolworth wallet?

A sample card, used for display purposes, was inserted in each wallet. Company Vice President and Treasurer Douglas Patterson thought it would be a clever idea to use the actual SSN of his secretary, Mrs. Hilda Schrader Whitcher. The wallet was sold by Woolworth stores and other department stores all over the country.

What to do if your Social Security card is stolen?

You’ll need a police report number to access services like a credit lock, or bank restitution if credit cards are also stolen. Call the Social Security Administration to report the theft: 1-800-772-1213 Register for a MY SSA account on the Social Security website.

Why do you need a Social Security card?

You need a Social Security number to apply for jobs, to open a credit card account, and even to get married. Because we use this number so much, many of us have it memorized and very rarely have to pull out our Social Security cards – but what happens if your Social Security card is lost or stolen?