USCIS facilitates processing of Social Security number for immigrants with 'green card'.

Immigrants who apply for a 'green card' may apply at the same time for a Social Security number (SSN), according to modifications analyzed by the Office of Citizenship and Immigration Services ( USCIS ).

"Applicants for Legal Permanent Residence status can now apply for a Social Security number (SSN) or replacement card as part of the adjustment of status application process," the agency said.

Immigrants regularly requested their SSN number at a Social Security office, but USCIS reviews Form I-485 or Application for Registration of Permanent Residence or Adjust Status to include additional questions that would allow the document to be delivered at the same time , he said. that office.

"Expanding our collaboration with the Social Security Administration shows our commitment to operating our nation's legal immigration system more efficiently, to save applicants time," said USCIS Director Ur M. Jaddou .

He noted that the measure is a way to eliminate unnecessary bureaucratic processes. The measure follows President Joe Biden's Executive Order on improving immigration processes.

Once USCIS approves Form I-485, in most cases, officers will automatically send the information to the Social Security Administration.

"Once the Social Security Administration receives the information, it will automatically assign an original SSN or issue a replacement card, as necessary," the agency said.

The change applies immediately, authorities said.

USCIS, which receives about 576,000 status change requests annually, has implemented various adjustments to facilitate immigration processes , following the order of President Biden.