You can replace your child's Social Security card free if it is lost or stolen. You are limited to three replacement cards in a year and 10 in a lifetime. Legal name changes and other exception do not count toward these limits.
For what purpose does your child need a Social Security number, is he/she permitted to work?
My child does not have permission to work.
What other exceptions don't count towards the limit to the number of replacement cards that can be issued?
Changes such as immigration status that require card updates may not count toward the limit.
When I apply for the replacement card what documents do I need and do they have to be original documents?
You will have to provide us your Form I-20 with the employment page completed and signed by your designated school official.
What is my child is a J-1 or J-2 exchange visitor?
This you can see on your child's DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status.
What other document can be submitted to obtain a replacement card?