Notify the SSA of unauthorized usage of your SSN: Letter to Report Unauthorized Use of a Social Security Number
What is a Letter to Report Unauthorized Use of a Social Security Number?
A Letter to Report Unauthorized Use of a Social Security Number (SSN) allows you to officially report to the Social Security Administration that someone else is using your social security number. An identity thief might be able to open credit cards or access bank accounts with that information, but a Letter to Report Unauthorized Use of a Social Security Number can help get you protected.
Your social security number is one of the few unique ways to identify you. If someone gets ahold of yours, a Letter to Report Unauthorized Use of a Social Security Number helps put a stop to any abuse. You're usually asked for your social security number as proof of your identity, but what if an identity thief has it? You might discover huge balances on credit cards you never opened, or have issues when tax season rolls around. If something has happened, you'll want to set things right. By documenting and reporting the incidents of abuse you can help untangle the mistakes that have been made and insulate yourself from future issues that may arise. Filing a Letter to Report Unauthorized Use of a Social Security Number can help you avoid identity theft and set things right.
When to use a Letter to Report Unauthorized Use of a Social Security Number:
- Your SSN has been misused.
- You suspect your identity was stolen and a thief has your SSN.
- You want to leave a paper trail following a phone call.
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Social Security Administration
Fraud Hotline
P.O. Box 17768
Baltimore, MD 21235
Re: Notice of Improper Use of Social Security Number
Dear Sir or Madam:
This letter confirms the conversation I had with at the Fraud Hotline. Recently, there has been improper use of my social security number. For identification purposes, my social security number is and my date of birth is .
I am requesting that your office conduct an investigation into this improper use. Please provide written confirmation that an investigation is under way.
Please contact me if you have any questions or need additional information. (preferred) or (alternate)
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
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