What should I do if my social security card expires?

The social security card has expired, and the card replacement procedures are as follows:

1, hold the original social security card and apply to the municipal social security agency for card replacement;

2. Bring the original and photocopy of valid identity documents;

3. If the photo on the card surface changes, you need to bring a photo receipt to the issuing bank to change the card;

4. If the personal basic information is changed, first go to the social security agency to change the information, and then go to the issuing bank to change the card.

The scope of use of social security card:

1, medical services: social security cards can be used for hospital treatment, drug purchase and medical expenses settlement;

2. Personal identity authentication: when handling relevant social insurance business, you can use social security card as proof of identity;

3. Social security information inquiry: Cardholders can inquire personal social security payment records, medical expense account balances and other information through social security cards;

4. Financial function: Social security cards in some areas have the function of bank cards, which can be used for financial services such as deposit and withdrawal and transfer;

5. E-wallet application: Social security card can also be used as an e-wallet for small consumption payment.

6. Other services: Social security cards in some areas can also be used in various service fields such as public transportation, culture and entertainment.

To sum up, to replace the expired social security card, you need to apply to the social security agency with the original and photocopy of the original card and valid identity documents. If there is any change in photos or personal information, you need to bring a photo receipt or change the information first, and then go to the issuing bank to go through the formalities of replacing the card to ensure that the social security rights and interests will not be affected.

Legal basis:

People's Republic of China (PRC) social insurance law

Article 4

Employers and individuals in People's Republic of China (PRC) pay social insurance premiums according to law, and have the right to inquire about payment records and personal rights records, and require social insurance agencies to provide social insurance consultation and other related services. Individuals enjoy social insurance benefits according to law and have the right to supervise the payment of their own units.

Article 5

The people's governments at or above the county level will incorporate social insurance into the national economic and social development plan. The state raises social insurance funds through multiple channels. People's governments at or above the county level shall give necessary financial support to social insurance. The state supports social insurance through preferential tax policies.

Article 6

The state exercises strict supervision over social insurance funds. The State Council and the people's governments of provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities directly under the Central Government shall establish and improve the supervision and management system of social insurance funds to ensure the safe and effective operation of social insurance funds. People's governments at or above the county level shall take measures to encourage and support all sectors of society to participate in the supervision of social insurance funds.