How and when to respond to Census 2020?
Responding to the Census
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a paper questionnaire in the mail. Can I still respond online?
Yes, you still have the option of responding online. Visit the online questionnaire to begin.
How do I correct a mistake on the online form?
If you feel you have made a mistake, you can return to the online questionnaire and resubmit your information. The Census Bureau has procedures in place to resolve duplicate submissions.
What is the confirmation number?
The confirmation number that appears after completing your 2020 Census questionnaire online indicates that your response was successfully submitted and no further action is needed from you. You can save this number for you records, if you wish.
Can you provide me with a new/different Census ID?
No, we cannot give you a new Census ID. If you misplaced the ID in your invitation letter, you can wait for a new piece of mail to arrive or you can respond online now without an ID. Go to my2020census.gov. Click or touch "Start Questionnaire." Select the link that says, "If you do not have a Census ID, click here." It is located below the Census ID login field.
What do I do if I can't find my Census ID?
Your Census ID is the 12-digit number that can be found on your questionnaire, letter, and postcard. You can still respond online to the 2020 Census even if you did not receive a letter or paper questionnaire. Go to my2020census.gov and select the link that says, "If you do not have a Census ID, click here." It is located below the Census ID login field.
I did not receive anything in the mail. How do I respond?
You can still respond online to the 2020 Census even if you did not receive a letter or paper questionnaire. Go to my2020census.gov. Select the link that says, "If you do not have a Census ID, click here." It is located below the Census ID login field. Visit Responding to the Census to learn more.
If you are unable to respond online, you can call 844-330-2020 and take the census over the phone. Otherwise, you can complete a paper questionnaire that will be mailed in early April.
Visit Responding to the Census to learn more.