How to Replace Lost or Stolen U.S. Savings Bonds

Learn how to replace lost, stolen, or destroyed U.S. savings bonds by submitting Form FS 1048 to the Treasury Department.

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If you can't find your savings bonds, you can replace them through the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Complete Form FS 1048, also known as the Claim for Lost, Stolen, or Destroyed United States Savings Bonds, and provide any details you remember about the bonds. This will help in locating and replacing them.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What should I do if my U.S. savings bonds are lost or stolen? You should complete and submit Form FS 1048, the Claim for Lost, Stolen, or Destroyed United States Savings Bonds, to the U.S. Department of the Treasury with any details you recall about the bonds.
  2. Where can I get Form FS 1048 to replace savings bonds? Form FS 1048 is available on the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s website or can be requested through their customer service.
  3. How long does it take to replace lost savings bonds? The replacement process can vary, but typically it takes several weeks after submitting Form FS 1048 and verifying your claim.

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