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Must the client be present when the SSA-1696 Appointment of Representative form is submitted to SSA?

Question:

Must the client be present when the SSA-1696 Appointment of Representative form is submitted to SSA?

Answer:

  • No, the claimant does not need to present when you turn in the signed SSA-1696. We do recommend submitting an original copy with a "wet-signature." Be sure to keep a copy for your records.