Non-U.S. Citizens Can Apply for Social Security Card and Green Card at Same Time

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Non-U.S. Citizens Can Apply for Social Security Card and Green Card at Same Time

This new service eliminates the need to visit one of the Social Security offices, saving people time and effort.

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