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Social Security Administration (SSA) Documents – Embassy Legalization for Arab Countries

Authenticate SSA Letters, Benefit Statements, and Retirement Notices for Use in the Middle East & North Africa

The Arab American Chamber of Commerce (AACC)®, based in Washington D.C., provides reliable and expedited embassy legalization services for documents issued by the Social Security Administration (SSA). If you're planning to use a Social Security benefit statement, retirement verification, or disability award letter in any Arab country, it must go through a formal authentication and legalization process to be accepted by foreign governments, embassies, or consulates.

We manage this complex process from start to finish to ensure your SSA documents are recognized abroad—especially for visa applications, retirement residency, or financial proof requirements.


When Is SSA Document Legalization Needed?

Legalized Social Security documents are typically required when:

  • 🏠 Applying for residency or retirement visas

  • 🛂 Submitting proof of income or benefits for immigration

  • 🧑‍⚖️ Providing evidence in foreign legal matters (e.g. inheritance or guardianship)

  • 🏥 Verifying eligibility for medical support or insurance coverage abroad

  • 💼 Presenting financial support documentation for family sponsorship


Types of SSA Documents We Legalize

We handle the legalization of a wide range of official U.S. Social Security documents, including:

  • Proof of Income Letter

  • Social Security Benefit Award Letter

  • Social Security Retirement or Disability Notices (SSDI, SSI)

  • Medicare Enrollment Confirmation

  • Social Security Number Verification

  • Social Security Administration Benefit Summaries

  • Notices of Overpayment or Appeals

📄 Documents must be signed by an SSA representative or accompanied by a notarized affidavit verifying authenticity.
🖊 We can assist you in preparing a notarized cover letter if needed to make your SSA document eligible for authentication.


Legalization Process for SSA Documents

AACC handles the entire embassy legalization chain, which includes:

  1. Document Review – Ensure format and notarial compliance

  2. 🖋 Notarization (if applicable) – Via authorized channels

  3. 📜 Secretary of State Certification – From the state of notarization

  4. 🏛 U.S. Department of State Authentication – 9 business days (standard)

  5. 🕌 Embassy Legalization – Final approval by the destination Arab embassy in Washington D.C.

⚠️ Embassies will not accept SSA documents unless the correct federal and state authentications are in place.


Embassy Fees & Timelines by Country

Country

Total Fee

Processing Time

Embassy Notes

Algeria

$175

17 business days

Required for pension proof

Bahrain

$160

19 business days


Iraq

$125

14 business days


Jordan

$151.25

15 business days

Frequently used for family residency

Kuwait

$135

15 business days


Lebanon

$365

20 business days


Sudan

$131

15 business days


Tunisia

$211

12 business days


UAE

$145

17 business days

Common for retirement or dependent support

Yemen

$260

16 business days


💼 All fees include:

  • AACC processing

  • U.S. Department of State authentication

  • Embassy legalization

💡 Standard processing saves $20 per document vs. expedited service.


Why Legalize Through AACC?

  • Experts in U.S. Federal Document Legalization
    We’ve helped hundreds of clients with SSA, IRS, USCIS, and other federal agency paperwork

  • 🏛 Direct Access to All Arab Embassies
    Our Washington D.C. location allows fast, secure processing with all 22 Arab embassies

  • 🔐 Secure & Confidential Document Handling
    Your sensitive financial and legal data is protected at every step

  • Expedited Options Available
    Ideal for urgent embassy deadlines or visa appointments


Let AACC Legalize Your Social Security Letter Today

Make sure your Social Security documents are fully legalized and embassy-approved for use in any Arab country. AACC makes the process fast, compliant, and stress-free.

📞 Call: (410) 757-5544
Email: aacc@arabchamber.com
📝 Submit your SSA documents today for a free review and quote

Mailing

If you are using FedEx or UPS, please include a self-addressed air waybill for the return of your document.
Alternatively, you may use a USPS Priority Mail envelope with prepaid postage and a tracking number.
If you do not have a FedEx or UPS account, you can purchase an air waybill through this site in the next step.

Arab American Chamber of Commerce Headquarter Office

1330 New Hampshire Ave. NW, B1
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(202) 347-5800

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