The social security card expires in 2026. Why do you want to replace it before it expires?

Legal analysis: The new social security card refers to the bank card function on the social security card in some periods. After 2023, the bank card function of this social security card will expire and can no longer be used. Need to replace the new card, but the social security function of the social security card will always be effective. During the card replacement period, if the cardholder has medical needs, he can bring his ID card to the bank counter to apply for a temporary social security card to continue to use, and then return the temporary social security card to the bank to take it out.

Legal basis: People's Republic of China (PRC) Social Insurance Law.

Article 4 Employers and individuals in People's Republic of China (PRC) shall pay social insurance premiums according to law, and have the right to inquire about payment records and personal rights and interests records, and ask social insurance agencies to provide social insurance consultation and other related services. Individuals enjoy social insurance benefits according to law and have the right to supervise the payment of their own units.

Fifth people's governments at or above the county level shall incorporate social insurance into the national economic and social development plan. The state raises social insurance funds through multiple channels. People's governments at or above the county level shall give necessary financial support to social insurance. The state supports social insurance through preferential tax policies.