Fraud Prevention Unit
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do if I’ve lost my visa or had my visa stolen?
Please follow the instructions found at our page about lost or stolen visas.
How do I apply for a new visa after I report my visa lost or stolen?
Applying for a visa after losing your current visa is the same process you followed to obtain the visa you lost. Please see specific instructions on our How to Apply for a Visa page.
How do I report someone who is living illegally in the U.S.?
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office is the United States agency in charge of enforcing the immigration laws of the United States. Please report the matter to them by following this link.
How do I report illegal activity taking place in the United States?
It depends on the type of illegal activity and the state where the illegal activity is taking place, but the activity should be reported directly to the applicable U.S. Government agency. For example, if you want to report someone using a false social security number, contact the U.S. Social Security Administration. Here is some useful contact information for U.S. Government agencies that deal with illegal activity:
- U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
- Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Medicare
- Social Security Administration
Can you verify the status of a company in the United States?
The Fraud Prevention Unit is not authorized to verify information related to companies in the United States.
I am a Colombian citizen and need help with matters in the United States. Who can assist me?
The Colombian Embassy and its consulates are able to assist Colombian citizens with matters in the United States.