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Other Names: Request to Cancel an Unauthorized Credit Card Letter to Cancel a Fraudulent Credit Card
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What is a Request to Cancel a Fraudulent Credit Card?

A Request to Cancel a Fraudulent Credit Card is a formal way to protect yourself if someone has opened an unauthorized account in your name. Sending a letter can do more than close the account, it serves as a written record of your attempts to solve the issue. Documenting the process can help you clear up mistakes and ensure you're not on the hook for any purchases made by the thief. A Request to Cancel a Fraudulent Credit Cards helps you stay on top of a delicate situation. 
 
Hopefully identity theft never happens to you, but if it does, you may need a Request to Cancel a Fraudulent Credit Card letter at the ready. It doesn't matter how a criminal got your information, you need to set things right and protect yourself. If you find out someone has opened an account in your name, take fast action. Identity theft can take years to correct. The sooner you address the problem, the better off you'll be. Credit card companies can be very understanding, but they still need to be informed. Sending a Request to Cancel a Fraudulent Credit Card can help you put a stop to fraudulent activity.

When to use a Request to Cancel a Fraudulent Credit Card:

  • You need to cancel a credit card you didn't open.
  • You just found out someone has illegally opened a credit card in your name.

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Re: Termination of Fraudulent Account Number

 

 

This letter confirms the conversation I had with you on

 

I hereby request that you cancel any credit card(s) issued under the above-mentioned account number. The account was fraudulently obtained and I am the victim of identity theft and credit card fraud.

 

Please close this account immediately, and send written confirmation that you have done so.

 

You may contact me if you have any questions or need additional information. or (alternate)

 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

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