> You can get a social security card over the counter with no hassle; it
> will be endorsed to the effect that it is not to be used for employment;
> but is a useful thing to have in these situations.

if u r going to USA to study... i presume u going to clemson univ. in
columbia, SC?

then the intl students dept there will give u a temporary SSN and u'll have
to go the the nearest SS office and apply for a real SSN. Its no hassle...

so chill and welcome to the laid-back USA lifestyle... while u is here,
enjoy some southern-style cooking...

Andy M - Tampa Bay.