Benefits
- Obtaining a Social Security Number
- Opening a Bank Account
- Applying for a Driver's License
- Applying for a Florida Identification Card
- Employment
Obtaining a Social Security Number
A Social Security Number (SSN) is required to report wages to the U.S. government. You are eligible to apply for a SSN only if you have an offer of employment.
You must apply in person at the Social Security Administration Office with the following documents:
- Social Security Card Application (Available at the Social Security Administration Office)
- I-20
- F-1 Visa
- Passport
- I-94 record
- Offer of employment letter on letterhead
- SSN letter issued by the International Center
For employment on-campus, you will need to make an appointment with the Payroll Office after applying for your SSN and bring the following original documents with you:
- Current Passport
- Prior Passports
- Current Visa
- Prior Visas
- Current I-20
- Any prior I-20s
- I-94 record
- Social Security Card or receipt from Social Security Administration for SSN
- Department job offer letter
- EAD card (if on Optional Practical Training)
Take the packet information you receive from the Payroll Office to Human Resources where you will then complete the I-9 and required processing paperwork.
Note: After you receive your Social Security Card, take the card to the Payroll Office so that a copy can be made for their records.
Opening a Bank Account
There are many banks in the area that offer several types of savings and checking accounts. Many banks have checking and/or savings accounts designed specifically for college students.
The following is a list of nearby banks where you can open an account:
- SunTrust nearest ATM: 4489 Town Center Pkwy, Jacksonville FL 32246
- Wells Fargo nearest ATM: UNF Campus
- Chase nearest ATM: UNF Campus
- Bank of America nearest ATM: UNF Campus
- BBVA Compass nearest ATM: 10060 Skinner Lake Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32246
In order to open a bank account, you should bring the following documents:
- Passport
- I-20
- I-94 record
- Personal Information (address, email, phone number)
Applying for a Driver's License
To acquire a driver's license, you must apply for one at the Florida Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). To do so, you can make an appointment online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Passport
- I-20
- I-94 record
- Proof of address (e.g. housing contract, lease agreement, utility bill)
- Letter issued by the International Center (serves as second proof of address)
- Social Security Card (if you were issued one for employment purposes)
Please check the requirements for obtaining a Florida driver's license before visiting the DMV office. The nearest DMV office is the Tax Collector's office located at 12220 Atlantic Blvd. Suite 102.
Applying for a Florida Identification Card
If you do not need a driver's license, but would like another form of identification, you can apply for a Florida ID card. You are required to apply in person at a local DMV office. To do so, you can make an appointment online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Passport
- I-20
- I-94 record
- Proof of address (e.g. housing contract, lease agreement, utility bill)
- Letter issued by the International Center (serves as second proof of address)
- Social Security Card (if you were issued one for employment purposes)
The nearest DMV office is the Tax Collector's office located at 12220 Atlantic Blvd. Suite 102.