Notify authorities of fraudulent passport activity: Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport

A Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport is a simple way to help put a stop to someone else abusing your passport. Your passport might be your most important form of ID and having a red flag on there can be a serious issue. A Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport can help set things right.

For an identity thief, a passport is a prime target. If you suspect fraudulent activity on your passport, let the State Department know with a Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport. Maybe someone stole your passport, maybe you lost it, or maybe an identity thief somehow got ahold of your passport number. There's a lot someone can do with your passport and it can be difficult to clean up; so make sure your identity is protected. Filing a Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport can help you prevent complications and stop identity theft.

• You're notifying the State Department of fraudulent activity on your passport.
• You want to follow up a phone call or online claim with a letter.
• You're ensuring that a fraud alert is put on your passport file.

If you already have a Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport and want to have it reviewed, or if you have questions about creating or using one, there are a few ways to get help.

Use Rocket Copilot to ask questions or review your document; this helps you better understand what it says and identify anything that may need a closer look.

If you are looking for help from a Legal Pro, you can also ask a question and receive a response within one business day, or request a more in-depth document review.