Originally Posted by
JJSmooth
I was looking at the online application of an airline is Asia yesterday. I am planning on applying there in the next year. (I just need to get to 1000 hrs of jet time first) I saw on the application that they wanted my social security number. I have worked overseas before, and the last foreign company I worked for did not ask or require my U.S social security number. Should I just leave that information out? I am not sure what a foreign company with a base outside the US would need my social security number for.
Are you going to apply through a reputable contracting agency such as IASCO, or HACS? If so... part of their application process is to perform a back ground check on you, and you will need to provide them with your SSN. Before you apply by paper application or on line, talk to one of the representatives of the contracting company(ies) you propose to apply with. You will gain additional information, if before applying with any airline(s), if you speak with active crewmembers of the airline you wish to fly for.
Good luck.