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FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES CERTIFICATION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FNS 230 SOCIAL SECURITY ENUMERATION

FNS 230 Change #8-2021 July 21, 2021 Application for a SSN (found on the SSA website): Submit both forms to the local Social Security Office accompanied by the appropriate documentation. A. Complete the SS-5 to the line that says, "Do Not Write Below This Line (For SSA Use Only)." Follow the instructions given on the SS-5 for completion of the form. Ensure that the individual signs the SS 5. B. Complete the DSS-8174 for each individual for whom a SSN is needed. Attach the DSS-8174 to the SS-5. C. Mail the DSS 8174, the SS 5, and the certified documents to the local Social Security Office. Retain a copy of the DSS-8174 in the case file. D. If the SS-5 is improperly completed, the local Social Security Office returns the DSS 8174, the SS-5, and the certified documents to the DSS office for correction. Within five workdays, return the corrected SS-5, DSS-8174, and the certified documents to the local Social Security Office. 230.09 PROCEDURES FOR AN INDIVIDUAL WHO WANTS TO MAIL THE SS-5 AND DOCUMENTS TO SSA If an individual wants to mail the application for a SSN to the local Social Security Office, complete the DSS-8174, Referral for SSN Application and attach it to a blank SS-5, Application for a SSN: The individual completes the SS-5 and mails both forms along with documents proving identity and age, if applicable, to the local Social Security Office. Consider using this method when the local Social Security Office is not easily accessible, or transportation is a problem for the individual. A. Complete the DSS-8174 for each individual for whom a SSN is needed. B. Attach the completed DSS-8174 to a blank SS-5. Explain what must be completed on the SS-5. Instruct the individual to sign the SS-5. Assist him in completing the SS-5, if necessary. C. Instruct the individual to mail the DSS 8174, the SS-5, and the documentation to the local Social Security Office.