California FTB identity theft fax number (FTB 3552)
Where to fax the California Identity Theft Affidavit (FTB 3552) and copies of identity documents to the Franchise Tax Board when you report tax-related identity theft.
Verified October 22, 2026Checked against Identity theft (FTB.ca.gov).
| Who uses it | Office | Fax |
|---|---|---|
| Reporting recent or potential tax-related identity theft when you have not received an FTB notice | FTB Filing Compliance Bureau, identity theft | 916-843-0561 |
Before you fax
- If you received an FTB notice that shows a fax number, the form says to fax it with a copy of the notice to that number instead.
- The form asks for a cover sheet marked "Confidential". The FTB says it does not contact taxpayers first by email or fax.
- Report identity theft online