To apply for Firstcard, you must meet the requirements listed below:

1. Be at least 18 years old
2. Have a legal U.S. residential address
3. A valid government-issued ID
4. An SSN (If you don’t have an SSN, you’ll need to submit 1) a passport 2) a Visa or an ITIN)

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Firstcard Application Checklist

To get started with your Firstcard application, make sure you have the following documents ready:

1. Valid Government-Issued ID

Please submit 1 of the following:

• Driver’s License
• State ID
• Passport
• Permanent Resident Card

Only original, valid, unexpired Government-Issued ID will be accepted. Copy or photo of your ID or expired ID will not be accepted.

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2. Proof of U.S. Residential Address

Please submit 1 of the following:

• Letter from your University with your address and name on it
• Utility Bill dated within 30 days
• A valid Driver’s License with the same address you provided
• Credit card statement dated within 30 days
• Bank statement dated within 30 days
• Valid lease agreement showing your full name, current address, lease term, and signatures of both parties

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3. Social Security Number (SSN)

• International Applicants Without an SSN: If you do not have a Social Security Number, our customer support team will contact you via email within 1–3 business days to request the following three documents for identity verification:
  • Passport
  • US Visa or ITIN. For users that apply with ITIN, please submit an ITIN Certificate or a tax document with your ITIN for approval.
  • Proof of U.S. Residential Address

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