POMS Reference

GN 00904: Jurisdiction and Contacts

  1. Detailed development when a memorandum will better serve the purpose.

  2. Translation of foreign language document by an official translator in another office. Form SSA-533 is designed for this purpose. A Form SSA-562-U3 may be necessary if assistance is needed in addition to the translation.

  3. Proof of age from the Immigration and Naturalization Service (GN 00302.570) or from World War I and II draft records.

  4. SSA-654-U4—Verification of military service.

  5. SSA-7057-U3 (Request to IRS for Inspection or Copy of Tax Return) for request for information contained in DDIR files.

  6. VA proofs in common-application cases (RS 01702.450).

  7. SSA-650—Request for certification of VA payments in deemed insured status cases.

  8. SSA-D828-U4—Medical evidence from the VA.

  9. Individuals living outside the DO service area may be contacted by telephone or mail, as provided in the following instructions. Contact individuals within regional boundaries but outside the DO service area, if appropriate, under procedures in GN 00904.084.

  10. To secure an SSA-1709 (Request for Workman's Compensation).