SSN Eligibility

Your eligibility to apply for an SSN varies based on your immigration status.

You may find details in the chart below:

Visa Status	SSN Eligibility
F-1 Student	Only eligible when authorized for work in the U.S. Students with on campus employment, CPT, or OPT work authorization may apply following the SSN application instructions.
J-1 Student	Eligible with an authorization letter from the HIO. Students with visas sponsored by Fulbright must contact IIE for the authorization letter.
J-1 Student Intern	Eligible with an authorization letter from the HIO.
Scholars with J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, etc.	Eligible.
J-2 dependents	Eligible with employment authorization.