Is it possible to replace a lost savings bond

Q: My aunt purchased a savings bond for me. I have no idea where the physical bond is. Is there any way to get a replacement? A: You're not alone in losing a savings bond and having no idea where it went or how much it's worth. Bradley Benson, a spokesperson for the Treasury Department's Bureau of the Fiscal Service, says the department processes thousands of requests for savings bond replacements a year.

If your bond is more than 40 years old, it falls into the latter category. It is possible to receive a replacement bond, but you will need to provide some information. We do not include the universe of companies or financial offers that may be available to you. While we adhere to strict editorial integrity , this post may contain references to products from our partners. Here's an explanation for how we make money. Founded in , Bankrate has a long track record of helping people make smart financial choices.

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The information on this site does not modify any insurance policy terms in any way. With just a little bit of information, the bonds can be replaced for free or at a nominal charge.

Go to TreasuryDirect. Scroll down the homepage to the "Forms" link located in the right-hand margin. Click on the link, which takes you to the "Forms" page.

Click on the PDF link in the right-hand column to bring up the fillable form. Fill in as much information as possible, then print out the form. When the financial officer affixes one of the three stamps on the claim form, the officer is saying he has verified your identity. A notary stamp is not acceptable. Call the financial institution where you bank and ask when you can come in and what documents you need to bring.

Make a copy of the stamped claim form before mailing it.