Do I need to pay for the social security card?

According to the inquiry of Wasp Insurance, whether it is necessary to pay social security card depends on the following factors:

Apply for social security card for the first time or reissue it. Generally speaking, you don't need to pay for the social security card for the first time, you just need to provide ID cards, photos and other related documents. However, if the social security card is lost or damaged and needs to be reissued, it needs to pay the fee according to the local charging standard, generally between 20 and 20 25 yuan.

Whether the social security card is activated. Social security cards are divided into social security accounts and financial accounts, which need to be activated in different places before they can be used. Social security accounts can be activated in designated hospitals or pharmacies, and financial accounts need to be activated in corresponding banks. There is no need to pay for activating the social security card.

Whether to pay social security. Handling a social security card does not mean participating in social security. You also need to pay social security fees every month according to the regulations in order to enjoy the corresponding social security benefits. If it is an on-the-job employee, the social security fee is generally withheld from the salary by the unit. If you are a freelancer or self-employed, you need to pay social security fees at the social security center or a designated bank.