Creating an FSA ID

This video will walk you through the process of creating a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID username and password. This information is required to log into studentaid.gov to complete the FAFSA, and FSA loan materials.
This process is the same for students and parents.
A few things to remember when creating and FSA ID:
• One of your parents might need an FSA ID as well. If you need to provide information about your parents on the FAFSA® form, one of your parents will have to sign the form. Your parent can create an FSA ID and then sign the FAFSA form electronically using that FSA ID. Remember: You should create your own FSA ID and your parent should create his or her own FSA ID. Also, make sure to use the correct FSA ID when signing the FAFSA form electronically.
• When you first create your FSA ID, all you’ll be able to use your FSA ID for is to complete, sign, and submit an original (first-time) FAFSA form. You’ll have to wait one to three days for your information to be confirmed by the Social Security Administration (SSA) before you can use your FSA ID for other actions, such as submitting a Renewal FAFSA form or signing a Master Promissory Note. If you provided an email address, then you’ll receive an email letting you know that your information was successfully matched with the SSA and you can use your FSA ID for all of its purposes.
• If you forget your FSA ID username and password, look for links, such as “Forgot My Username” and “Forgot My Password,” at the log-in pages of our websites. These links will direct you to web pages where you can request a secure code to be texted to your verified mobile phone number or emailed to your verified email address. The secure code will allow you to retrieve your username or reset your password. You can also retrieve your username or reset your password by successfully answering your challenge questions.

[@jephf709]

Do i fill it out the same way for students and parents?

[@Get2College]

Yes you do, it is the same process for everyone who needs and FSA ID.

[@maraki5577]

What if I don't have security number

[@Get2College]

mar aki- You are not able to complete an FSA ID if you do not have a social security number. When an FSA ID is created, a SSN is required because the information for the FSA ID is actually matched through the Social Security Administration.

[@maraki5577]

@@Get2College Thank you for the information. but I live in Ethiopia we don't have a social security number. Any suggestions for international students???