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Citizenship

Selective Service Registration (SSS Form 1)

Register with the Selective Service quickly and easily.

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  • ✓Simple questions in plain language — no legal jargon
  • ✓We fill in the official form and check for common mistakes
  • ✓Private — no document uploads

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Estimated fee

No government fee

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Typical timeline

Immediate online; 1–4 weeks by mail

Category

Citizenship

Who qualifies

Most male U.S. citizens and male non-citizens (permanent residents, refugees, undocumented immigrants) living in the U.S., aged 18 through 25.

The step-by-step roadmap

  1. 1

    Check Eligibility & Timing

    Confirm you are required to register within 30 days before or after turning 18.

    Watch out: Registering after age 26 is generally not permitted under federal law.
    Common rejection reason: Attempting to register after turning 26 years old.
  2. 2

    Collect Personal Information

    Gather your full legal name, current address, date of birth, and Social Security Number if you have one.

    Watch out: Ensure your name and date of birth match official government records.
    Common rejection reason: Mismatched birth date or Social Security Number.
  3. 3

    Submit Form SSS 1

    Submit your registration online or mail the physical card at a local post office.

    Watch out: Keep proof of submission or the confirmation number for your records.
    Common rejection reason: Illegible handwriting or incomplete mailing address.
  4. 4

    Verify Acknowledgment

    Receive and review your Registration Acknowledgment Card in the mail or online.

    Watch out: If your address changes before age 26, you must notify the Selective Service within 10 days.
    Common rejection reason: Returned mail due to an unupdated mailing address.

Documents you'll need

  • Social Security Number (SSN)

    Your 9-digit Social Security Number, if you have been issued one.

    Note: Not required if you do not have an SSN.

  • Valid Government Photo ID

    Driver's license, state ID, or passport to verify personal details.

    Note: Used for reference; not submitted with the form.

  • Proof of Current U.S. Address

    Document confirming where you receive mail.

    Note: Ensures you receive your registration acknowledgment letter.

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Fees and timelines are as published by the relevant agency and may change — verify before filing. This guide is general information, not legal advice.