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Fact check: Can undocumented immigrants receive Social Security benefits if they have a tax ID number?
Checked on August 20, 2025
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What is the difference between an ITIN and a Social Security number for tax purposes?
Can undocumented immigrants with a tax ID number qualify for other government benefits?
How does the Social Security Administration verify immigration status for benefit eligibility?
What are the tax implications for undocumented immigrants with a tax ID number?
Do any states offer state-specific benefits to undocumented immigrants with a tax ID number?