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⏳ EB-3 Post-Arrival SSN Delay - Philippines PD Unknown
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⏳ **Case Status: Pending**
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An EB-3 immigrant who arrived in February 2026 is experiencing a delay in receiving their Social Security Number beyond the expected 10-14 day window. The delay is causing concern about green card delivery as both documents are addressed to the same location, with a job start deadline adding urgency.
An EB-3 visa holder arrived on February 11, 2026 and selected automatic SSN issuance via the DS-260 form. The SSA website indicates SSNs should arrive within 10-14 days of arrival, but the card has not been received past that timeframe. The applicant is concerned that the green card, sent to the same address, may face similar delays. There is an upcoming employment start date creating additional pressure to resolve the issue quickly.
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SSN delays beyond the 10-14 day window after arrival are not uncommon. If the SSN has not arrived after 3 weeks, visiting the local Social Security Administration office in person with your passport, visa, and I-551 stamp (or other proof of immigrant status) is the recommended next step. For the green card, USCIS typically mails it within 30-90 days of entry for consular-processed cases — the SSN delay does not necessarily indicate a green card delivery issue, as these are handled by separate agencies. Employers can often begin onboarding with an I-551 stamp in the passport as temporary evidence of permanent residence while waiting for the physical card.