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Social Security number misuse in immigration-related fraud

The misuse of Social Security numbers by unauthorized immigrants for employment, benefits, or immigration filings, often obtained through stolen or counterfeit numbers, and the challenges in detecting and preventing such misuse.

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Jan 16, 2026

What eligibility rules has the Social Security Administration used for noncitizens since 1936?

Since the Social Security number (SSN) system began in 1936, the Social Security Administration has applied a shifting set of rules to noncitizens: initially issuing SSNs broadly as identification for...