Can an individual receiving Social Security & SSI , apply for major credit cards?
549740
You can,but how are you going to pay the bills is the problem. Your on a fixed income and credit would be your ruin.
660515
What benefits are you referring to ? You should specify.\n\nAs a citizen you can now vote and get a US passport, everything else you can do a legal alien. \n\nContrary to what many people believe, you don't need to be a US  citizen to get social security benefits ,however, you must meet the same requirements as a US citizen (be of retirement age and work for at least 10 years) legally of course.
5631
to find out for sure try calling the 1-800 # they can answer most of your questions. or go to socialsecurity.org i think that's it. ask at the 800 number.. ssi and ssd are diffrent so make sure you make it clear to who ever you talk to....
439334
Unless it's a personal loan from family or friends, you can't.  They all require a SS#.
769744
Depends what state you live in. example in Texas, you have to have your SSN card no matter what. More likely you will be told to wait until you physically have the card.
700600
Check with the Social Security Administration.
880558
Yes, but I would speak with the SS office regarding what type and amount of loan you can get.
952277
Yes they do use other peoples social security numbers. (everyone who is involved with this particular community knows this for a fact) otherwise none of them would be working at fast food joints and other places that require an SS number in order to work. Someone could be using your number right now, so get a credit report.
1180611
The Social Security Administration has a website:\n\nhttp://www.ssa.gov/\n\n\nIt provides info on all its services, and you can apply for many services online.\n\nHere is the link to BEST - The Benefits Eligibility Screening Tool - should you decide to apply online:\n\nhttp://www.ssa.gov/d&s1.htm\n\nYou can also call your local office and schedule an appointment.  They will mail you out a packet to complete.  You may also be asked to bring some original documents with you, for instance your son's birth certificate, etc.  (I have the care of my nephew, and just visited Social Security last week.  By having an appointment, if you choose to go in person, you will save a lot of waiting in the lobby.)  Make sure to have all your papers, dates, and other pertinent information organized, and....\n\nGood luck with your situation!
166916
I think you have to have an Employment Authorization Card from the U.S. Immigration & Naturalization Service before you can apply for a Social Security Card.  You should check with INS first.  I'm sure that the Social Security Administration will need to see proof of your immigration status before they will consider establishing a Social Security account for you.
107962
it is really crucial to have a SSN if you plan on getting a credit card in the US. better try international credit cards. you'll have a better chance of getting one if you are financially stable.
589784
A credit card, such as VISA or MasterCard, allows you to pay for sales or services by borrowing against your line of credit with the credit card company and to make monthly payments on the outstanding balance. A charge card, such as American Express requires payment in full each month of the outstanding balance charged to the account. \n\nAs for who is eligible to obtain it....that depends on the specific creditors requirements although one cannot not be a minor.
114103
More than likely you will need to apply for SSI disability which is much less that Social Security Disability but is much faster to get approved on.  The good thing is once you are put on Social Security Disability they make it retro-acative back to the date you filed for it.
109137
yes. Ask you credit card.
104448
Since he is on disability, you can only draw on his record if you have a child under the age of 16 AND if you do not earn over a certain amount per month.\n\nOnce you reach regular retirement age, you can draw regular social security based on whichever will give you a greater benefit, your's or his.
301807
Are you near retirement for SS (62-65)?\n\nOr are you trying for SS disability benefits?\n\nIf you are trying for SSI then the following information may help:\n\nUnder SSI, income includes cash, checks, and other things you get\nthat can be used for food, clothing, or shelter. It even includes\nitems you wouldn't have to report for federal, state, or local\nincome taxes. Following are examples of income. \n\n* Wages from your job, whether in cash or another form; \n* Net earnings from your business if you're self-employed; \n* The value of food, shelter, or clothing that someone gives you,\n  or the amount of money they give you to help pay for them; \n* Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits;\n* Railroad retirement and railroad unemployment benefits;\n* Annuities, pensions from any government or private source,      \n  workers' compensation, unemployment insurance benefits, black   \n  lung benefits, and Social Security benefits; \n* Prizes, settlements, and awards, including court-ordered\n  awards; \n* Proceeds of life insurance policies; \n* Gifts and contributions; \n* Support and alimony payments; \n* Inheritances in cash or property; \n* Interest earned, including interest on savings, checking, and   \n  other accounts; \n* Rental income; \n* Strike pay and other benefits from unions.\n\nThe following items are not income. \n\n* Medical care and services; \n* Social services; \n* Receipts from the sale, exchange, or replacement of things you\n  own;\n* Income tax refunds; \n* Earned Income Tax Credit payments; \n* Payments made by life or disability insurance on charge\n  accounts or other credit accounts; \n* Proceeds of a loan; \n* Bills paid by someone else for things other than food,\n  clothing, or shelter;\n* Replacement of lost or stolen income; \n* Weatherization assistance.\n\nI left a resource link below.\n\nJeff\nhttp://www.Effective-Resume-Writing.com
776721
Applying for Social Security Disability or retirement can be a very drawn-out process. They are probably starting to process your claim. As hard as it seems, be patient and don't let all the waiting and stress of it get you down.