Should I carry my SIN card with me?

You shouldn’t carry your birth certificate, SIN or passport with you unless you need them for a specific purpose. If they go missing, they’ll be difficult to replace. Call the police to report ID that is lost or stolen. There is a risk that someone could pretend to be you with your stolen ID.

Should you keep your SSN on you?

You should never provide your SSN to someone you don’t know who calls you on the phone and requests it. This same warning applies to unsolicited emails and any forms you fill out on the internet. In general, don’t give your SSN to anyone unless you are absolutely certain they have a reason and a right to have it.

Where is the safest place to keep your Social Security card?

The absolute best way to store your Social Security Card is to put it in a waterproof plastic container and to put it inside of your safe, filing cabinet, or other storage area. If you can do this, then you will most likely be able to keep your Social Security card protected for many years.

Is it OK to laminate a Social Security card?

Do not laminate your card. Lamination prevents detection of many security features. However, you may cover the card with plastic or other removable material if it does not damage the card.

Can you laminate your SSN?

According to the Social Security Administration, or SSA, you should not laminate your Social Security card. The Administration states this on its website, but you can also find a similar statement on the back of your Social Security card.

Can I tape my Social Security card?

Should you carry a credit card?

Yes, you should carry a credit card. But just one credit card. The good news is that most people now have two credit cards, which is down from three cards just a year ago. I like this trend.

What should you never carry in your wallet?

You should also never carry your passport in your wallet. Even if you are traveling in a foreign country, leave your passport in your hotel and just carry a photocopy of the picture page. And of course do not keep a list of your pins and passwords in your wallet. That would be a gold mine to a thief. Keep those passwords at home.

What shouldn’t you do with your passport?

If it gets into the wrong hands, it can be used for everything from buying a car to opening a credit card. You should also never carry your passport in your wallet. Even if you are traveling in a foreign country, leave your passport in your hotel and just carry a photocopy of the picture page.