In general, only noncitizens with permission to work from the Department of Homeland Security can get a Social Security number. For more information, visit our Request a Social Security number webpage.
If you can’t get a Social Security number but need to file taxes, the IRS provides Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITIN) for individuals. To apply for an ITIN, visit www.irs.gov or call 1-800-829-1040 for help.