Forgotten my SIN - Get a new one?

[ForumUser]

I am a Canadian citizen however I have been living in the states for some time.

I am moving back to Ontario but I have since forgotten my SIN

Do I need to apply for a new one?

or can I request a new card?

[SettlementOrgMod]

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

We can appreciate that you would be interested in this information.

You can find some detailed information regarding what your options are on the Service Canada.Ca website.

Here is an excerpt,

Lost or Stolen SIN

If your confirmation of SIN letter or SIN card was lost or stolen Service Canada will not issue a new SIN. If you don’t remember your SIN, you can refer to your income tax return where your SIN can be found or you can request a confirmation of your SIN. For more information on how to obtain a confirmation of your SIN, refer to: applying for a SIN

A new SIN may be issued only in situations where there is a proof that the SIN being used fraudulently.

We suggest that you contact the Social Insurance Number (SIN) toll free number at:

1-800-206-7218 (select option “3”)

Agents are available Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (local time), except statutory holidays.

If you are calling from outside Canada, the number is 506-548-7961 (long distance charges apply), from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Atlantic time).

If you have a hearing or speech impairment and use a teletypewriter (TTY), please call 1-800-926-9105.

I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation.

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Anna
Settlement.Org Content and Information/Referral Specialist, CIRS
Settlement.Org