SS name change?

[hope.andsun 7]

Hi guys, I just need to straighten some things out.

Here's my background:

I entered the US via a K1 visa, and applied for Social Security. I got married last Sept. 2, 2011. I waited for my marriage certificate so I can have my name change done, since the lady we talked to when we first applied for SS said that when we get married, just go back and show the marriage certificate to have my name changed.

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Today, my husband and I went to the SS office to have my name changed carrying all my passport, BC and MC. However, the guy in the office said that we need to have my green card first before they can effectively change my name in my SS. Did someone have the same experience as I did? Is there any way I can get my SS or a proof that I can change my name with only my marriage certificate? I'm a bit bummed, because I wanted to have my Driver's license with my married name already so there won't be any hassle, as well as opening bank accounts etc.

Thanks in advance for the help. BTW, I'm from the state of California.

[ronluvme 10]

HEY,

I heard the same situation like yours,ssn office did not allowed to change her name without a green card in her hand,even she showed the reciept from USCIS it wouldnt help,well i guess the best thing to od is wait for green card and apply for 'name change"

[Know_Ledge 6]

I live in NY and the same thing happened to me. I wanted my ssn to be in my married name but because my EAD was issued in my maiden name, the lady said it wasn't possible. The name that USCIS has for you is the name they HAVE to use. She said once i got my GC in my married name I can change it.

[hope.andsun 7]

I know I should be patient, but the waiting game sucks big time! Damn!

[Know_Ledge 6]

I know I should be patient, but the waiting game sucks big time! Damn!

It really does

[I'm Gone 60]

From and including: Sunday, July 17, 2011

To, but not including : Monday, September 19, 2011

It is 64 days from the start date to the end date, so you are still eligible based on your K-1 status, but your window of opportunity closes in 12 days.

You either go back to that office to speak with a manager, or try another office.

[hope.andsun 7]

From and including: Sunday, July 17, 2011

To, but not including : Monday, September 19, 2011

It is 64 days from the start date to the end date, so you are still eligible based on your K-1 status, but your window of opportunity closes in 12 days.

You either go back to that office to speak with a manager, or try another office.

I did get my social security number, but this was before I got married. Now, I'm married and want to have my name changed with my husband's surname, but they told me that I need my green card first...

[I'm Gone 60]

I did get my social security number, but this was before I got married. Now, I'm married and want to have my name changed with my husband's surname, but they told me that I need my green card first...

OK, so you either go back to that office to speak with a manager, or try another office.