If you lose an important document, follow these tips for obtaining a replacement copy:
Birth Certificate- Go to the vital-statistics office in the birth state. The National Center for Health Statistics website
http://tinyurl.com/lszq has phone numbers & addresses of state offices.
Federal Tax Returns- You can order copies from the IRS. Visit
http://www.irs.gov to download the required forms or call 800.829.1040 to request them. The cost is $39 for each return requested.
Social Security Card- You can order a replacement at your local Social Security office. Click on the "Contact Us" button at
http://www.socialsecurity.gov to find locations. You can also download the application from the website. To prevent identity theft, file your application in person.
Passport- If your passport has been lost or stolen, you must appear in person to request a replacement. The US Department of State's website
http://www.travel.state.gov/passport/lost/us/us_848.html has a list of facilities that will accept passport applications (or call 877.487.2778)
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