An executive order on financial system integrity, signed May 19, officially labels the use of an individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) instead of a Social Security number (SSN) as an explic ...

If you’ve ever applied for a credit card or completed a job application, you’ve probably been asked for your Social Security ...

When you apply for a business credit card, one of the first decisions you’ll face is which tax identification number to provide: your Social Security number (SSN) or your Employer Identification ...

Some credit card issuers now approve applicants without a Social Security number. Instead, they accept an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, a passport or proof of income. That makes it easier ...

Credit cards without SSN requirements will accept your tax ID or passport information on the application instead of a Social Security number. Seven of the 10 largest credit card companies will ...

Only provide your Social Security number when it is truly required. Don't carry your Social Security card and shred any ...