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.
Use the Request to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport document if:
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.
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. Other names for this document: Letter to Place a Fraud Alert on a Passport