FS Form 1048, officially titled "Claim for Lost, Stolen, or Destroyed United States Savings Bonds," is a US Department of the Treasury form last revised in November 2021. Individuals and authorized representatives use it to report and reclaim paper savings bonds that have been lost, stolen, or physically destroyed.
To complete the form accurately, have the following ready: bond serial numbers, issue dates, the named holder's personal identifiers, and a detailed description of how the bonds went missing. If you are not the named holder, you must also show proof of your authority to file on their behalf, such as a power of attorney or court appointment.
For claims with a minor named on the bonds, a dedicated section requires the minor's name, date of birth, and Social Security Number along with parental or guardian documentation. After processing, the Treasury offers two relief options: reissuance of the bonds (electronic through TreasuryDirect or as substitute paper bonds) or direct payment. For help with reissuing bonds after a name change or ownership transfer, see the Reissue of Savings Bonds form.
The form includes a legal declaration requiring truthful disclosure. Filing a false claim for US government securities is a federal offense. Those in officially declared disaster areas should read the special instructions on the final page before submitting the completed claim.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | FS Form 1048 |
| Form Length | 6 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 1 min 30 sec |
| Other names | form 1048, 1048 form, pd form, pd f 1048 savings bond form, FS-1048 |
