Social Security Office

Ok I never leave reviews for government offices because let’s just face it-it’s usually an experience you don’t want to remember I mean so bad they should honestly have a bar in these places lol. This place is hands down the best SocialSecurity office in ALL of the Bay Area! I drive 30miles for it and I’m never disappointed given I’ve only been here three times-​twice in one day because I had a blonde moment and did not bring all documents to apply for a social security number for my newborn babygirl. Drove all the way back to Dublin grabbed documents-​they didn’t make me wait-​helped me instantly ;) super nice and answered all questions!

Almost 5.5 months after getting married, I finally got around to starting the processing of getting my name legally changed on all of my important documents/​cards.
The first step, changing my maiden name to my married name on my social security card. A few days ago, I called ahead to make an appointment. However, I was informed by the woman over the phone that my name change didn’t require an appointment. Ok? Mind you, I waited over an hour to speak with someone.
Today was my day off from work, so I made it a point to go to the office first thing in the morning. After entering the building, I checked in on the computer (located on the left of the entrance) and was given a number. I was expecting to wait all day, but to my surprise, the whole process took less than 20 minutes (waiting included). The woman that processed my paperwork shared with me that I came in on a good day, because the wait time would usually be over an hour.
I was given a receipt and was told that I should receive my new social security card in 7 – 14 days.
Social security card (done)
Next is my drivers license, passport and bank card. Yay me :-/

Buen lugar solo que me toco ir dos veces xq en la primera vez no lleve mi acta de nacimiento. Pero la segunda vez que fui me registre para el social security muy rapido solo el problemita fue no haber llevado el acta de nacimiento la primera vez ! :)

Very good service, smiling and efficient.
Came without an appointment and waited for about 40 but I think this is totally reasonable for this situation.

Make sure you interact with the computer to your right the moment you enter. This is how you get a ticket/​number. Expect a 1 – 2 hour stay regardless of what your doing. The office is very small and you’ll often have to stand because there are only about 40 chairs. My experience wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be.