My wallet got stolen with my social security card how do I protect my return

sarahduffy28 · ‎February 21, 2026

Mike9241

see IRS webpage. getting an IP PIN is probably the most important step.

you may want to contact credit agencies to request a credit freeze.

https://www.irs.gov/identity-theft-central/identity-theft-guide-for-individuals

xmasbaby0

https://www.ssa.gov/myaccount/replacement-card.html

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CesarJ

You have two options for requesting an IP PIN from the IRS to secure your tax information:

Get your IP PIN online at the IRS's Get an IP PIN site, or
Call the IRS at 1-800-908-4490 to have your IP PIN mailed to you (this can take up to 21 days)

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