For children aged 0-17, in-person identity verification is generally not required when applying for benefits. However, parents or guardians must verify their own identity.

Yes, if you are unable to access or use agency’s online “my Social Security” services. To update or make changes to your direct deposit information, visit a local office or call 1-800-772 ...

The identity verification changes will only impact current beneficiaries if they need to change their direct deposit information and are unable to verify who they are online. What People Are Saying ...

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However, people who are flagged for fraud "would be required to perform in-person ID proofing for the claim to be further processed," the Social Security Administration said in a Tuesday post on X ...