[Your name]

[Your address]

To: [Background check company, and the address]

Dear [Background check company]

My name is [insert your name]. My date of birth is [xx-xx-xxxx]. My social security number is [xxx-xx-xxxx]. I have enclosed a copy of my drivers license and social security card, and a copy of a bill going to my current address, so that you can locate my file.

I am am writing to request disclosure of my consumer report.

Please mail it to the address above.

Sincerely,

[your name]

Instructions for a strong file request

Each of your letters needs to be printed out, signed with a pen, and scanned as a PDF file or photocopied before you mail it. Just saving a Word document on your computer is not good enough.

Send them via certified mail, return receipt requested, and save your mail receipts.

Questions? Reach out through my Contact page.