Sydneec,
According to the IRS website , You can elect "married filing jointly" filing status without changing your name with the Social Security Administration.You can find that info on their FAQ page; here is the link https://www.irs.gov/Help-&-Resources/Tools-&-FAQs/FAQs-for-Individuals/Frequently-Asked-Tax-Questions-&-Answers/IRS-Procedures/Name-Changes-&-Social-Security-Number-Matching-Issues/Name-Changes-&-Social-Security-Number-Matching-Issues-1
Also, to change the name on your SS card , you only need to show the marriage license and your ID .
Yes, Biometrics are next. You will receive a letter in the mail. You wont receive any e-notification, online status will only state, " we have received your fingerprint fee". So keep an eye on the mail.
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