First-time students without a Social Security Number:

• Have a copy of the employer letter ready to upload to the form.
• Read our Social Security Number (SSN) page for instructions on applying for a Social Security Number.

Note: After you complete the steps above, ISS office will send you an email with your Employment Verification for your employer and a date for you to pick up the social security letter and your I-20.

To be eligible for a Social Security Number:

1. 1. You must hold a valid F-1 Visa/Immigration Status.
   2. You must be enrolled at Queens College full-time.
   3. You must be in good academic standing and not be working illegally.
   4. You must have a job offer or an employer letter.

Renew Work Authorization  [Same Job]:

If you continue the same job in the same department, you will not be required to upload an offer letter when completing the forms.

Renew Work Authorization  [Different Job]:

If you change jobs on campus, you will need to upload the offer letter from your the employer.

NOTE BEFORE PROCEEDING:

To access the form, you must log in using your CUNYFirst credentials.

• Copy the form link below.
• Open an incognito window or a private window depending on your browser.
• Paste the link in the address bar of the new incognito window.
• Sign in using your CUNYfirst credentials (e.g. John.Doe13@login.cuny.edu)
• You can watch the video here to assist you if you get errors. Video Link here

After you complete the form, the ISS office will send you an email with your Employment Verification for your employer and a date for you to pick up the social security letter and your I-20.