Is it required to provide your Social Security number on job applications? I usually put it on there, but if I had the option, I wouldn't.
2007-06-17 08:06:00 · 8 answers · asked by Shelley Osborn 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Good question.
Yes, because there are companies that have your reported job history in a database. They enter your social security number and compare information. They have your salary history, also.
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2007-06-17 08:34:38 · answer #1 · answered by 1090 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, you have to provide documentation that you can work in the United States. The most popular forms of documentation are the DMV ID/Driver's License and the Social Security Card. The DMV ID/Driver's License is what is used to identify who you are because it comes from the government and it has your photo. The Social Security Card tells the employer that you can work in the US.
If you don't want to use the Social Security Card, you may use a US Passport. The passport can take the place of the ID and Social Security Card. Another option is to take in your DMV/ID and your birth certificate. Just let your job know that you refuse to give out your Social Security Card or number. They can not, by law, refuse you employment based on that.
2007-06-17 08:56:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's normal practice. I'm not sure if it is "Required" just to fill out the application, though there is a section for it.
You can leave it off the intial application and attach a note saying that you will provide them with it if you are interviewed.
Edit: Femme Fatale is incorrect, At some point you have to provide them with your Social Security number if you want to work for them.
They need it to check your credit/background and will need it for your tax forms(W-4) so that taxes are taken out and recorded properly.
No SS # No Paycheck.
2007-06-17 08:17:44 · answer #3 · answered by Helpfulhannah 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it is not, but it just looks a bit strange if you refuse, however you can. If you are forced to you can just put like the last few digits or something.
2007-06-17 08:14:02 · answer #4 · answered by hey123 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They use it for background checks. If you refuse to put it on there, it may look like you're trying to hide something.
2007-06-17 08:09:59 · answer #5 · answered by fmxkrazyone 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah i think it's required because if you get the job they need it to pay you.
2007-06-17 08:08:20 · answer #6 · answered by Bridget K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is, thats how they know your background. i couldnt apply because i left that blank one time
2007-06-17 08:09:06 · answer #7 · answered by Pitbull Lover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually they ask for it afterwards
2007-06-17 08:09:16 · answer #8 · answered by jumilfra 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋