Sure, no problem. If you are going to apply, you must know that Social Security must verify a birth record for all U.S born applicants for an original SSN.
Have you verified a birth record?
No, i've not.
I suppose i need a birth certificate in order to do that, right? what if a don't have that document?
Don't worry. If that scenario shows up, we can accept some other document, such as a state issued non-driver identification card or an Adoption Decree.
Good, that great to know it. Um, what can you tell me about the age issue?
In that matter, it will depend on your child's age. If you have proof of its age before 5, you must submit that document. If not, we can accept other documents to prove this. If your child is over 12, needs to come to the office.
Can i submit copies, i mean, photocopies or notarized copies of documents to you?
Sorry, but no. Any document you submit must be originals. In case to be copies, they must be certified by the issuing agency.
Oh, i see. And what happens if my child has been living outside U.S?
Ok. In that case, any document that proves his/her long term residency outside U.S, such as passport or school record, can be used as proof.
I was told a child in process of adoption can get a SSN before its adoption is complete? is that right?