This part is for young people who want to make a gender change. If you are not sure, please see the part for people who are questioning their gender.
2025 update
If you need to amend your child’s name or gender marker on a Social Security number assigned at birth, the Trump Administration is taking steps to ban this option.
Do not mail an application or supporting documents to Social Security. Make an appointment and go in person to the nearest large city with a Social Security office. You may be denied.
Resources
National Center for Transgender Equality (transequality.org)
- Identification Documents and Transgender People (PDF)