Notify authorities of fraudulent passport activity: Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport
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Letter to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport
What is a 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.
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.
When to use a Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport:
- 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.
Sample Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport
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U.S. Department of State
Passport Services
Consular Lost/Stolen Passport Section
1111 19th Street, NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20036
Re: Request Fraud Alert
Dear Sir or Madam:
This letter confirms the conversation I had with on
I am requesting that the U.S. Department of State include a fraud alert with my name so that it may be aware of any suspicious activity regarding my passport.
Enclosed are the following document(s) regarding my identity theft:
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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