How to Transfer a Social Security Application

If you have already filed a Social Security disability application with the local office and you are now planning on moving to another area or state, you will need to transfer the application. The process of transferring the application to the office that covers the new city or state where you are moving is quick and easy.

In Person

1. Visit the local Social Security office where you initially filed a Social Security application.


2. Bring a picture ID and Social Security card with you.


3. Let the representative know that you are moving and would like to transfer the application that you have filed to the local office closest to the address where you will be moving to.

Over the Phone

1. Contact the Social Security Administration on the toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213.


2. Provide the representative with a Social Security number, birthdate and current address so that they can confirm identity.


3. Let the representative know that you are going to be moving and need to have the application you have filed transferred over to the area where you are going to be moving to.

Internet

1. Visit the Social Security Administration website at ssa.gov.


2. Look for the link on the left side of the screen that says "Change of Address."


3. Click on this link.


4. Follow the onscreen directions for changing the address on the application that is currently filed.


5. Provide all necessary information such as name, current address, Social Security number and birthdate for security purposes.


6. You will receive a confirmation latter in the mail letting you know that the change of address has been successful.