CBSV - Consent Based SSN Verification

CBSV verifies whether a name and Social Security Number (SSN) combination match the data in SSA’s records. The submitted information is matched against SSA’s Master File of Social Security Numbers (SSNs).

The identifiers used for matching include:
     Social Security Number
     Full Name
     Date of Birth

If applicable, we will report a death indicator when our records reflect that the SSN holder is deceased.

“NOTE: The results obtained from CBSV do not confirm or authenticate “proof of identity.” CBSV is designed to provide you with only a “yes” or “no” verification of whether the SSN verified with SSA’s records. CBSV does not verify employment eligibility, nor does it interface with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) verification system, and it will not satisfy DHS’s I-9 requirements.”

A standardized Consent Form, Form SSA-89 (Authorization for SSA to Release SSN Verification), is required to be completed by each applicant. SSA will provide SSN verification information only about individuals who have completed and signed Form SSA-89.

For more information on how your company can begin to utilize Consent Based Social Security Number Verification (CBSV), please click here.