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Social Security Number Verification Service (SSNVS) Handbook
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Table of Contents
SSNVS Front Cover
Contact Information
What is SSNVS and BSO?
System Requirements
Security
SSNVS/BSO Availability
Registration
Access to SSNVS
Logging into SSNVS
Using SSNVS
Submission File Format
Returned File Format
SSN Verification Results
Status and Retrieval Options
Status and Retrieval Results
What to Do If an SSN Fails to Verify
Logging Out
SSNVS News
Getting Help
Employer Reporting Information
Maintaining Your Registration Information
Glossary of Terms
Appendix A: Additional Verification Options

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

To use SSNVS, you will need:

  • Internet access,

  • A web browser, such as Internet Explorer or Firefox. Your browser version must allow 'cookies' (files stored temporarily on your computer) and have 128-bit encryption.

NOTE: In order to use Business Services Online (BSO), your browser version must be set to accept cookies and support 128-bit encryption. This is the default setting for most browsers. If you receive a request to store a file on your computer, select Yes. BSO cookies will be deleted when you close your browser.

  • Adobe Reader (version 5.0 or higher is recommended). You will need this software to view and print your forms. For a free copy of Adobe Reader go to www.adobe.com.
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