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Asset & Identity Recovery Services

Official support for victims of fraud, cybercrime, and stolen assets. Dedicated agents and resources to restore your security.

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Recovery & support services

Specialized units working to recover assets, documents, and digital identity.

Asset Recovery

Trace and freeze fraudulent transfers. Work with global partners to return stolen funds.

Identity Restoration

Assist victims of identity theft – restore credit, secure documents, and flag SSN misuse.

Cyber Incident

Ransomware, data breach, or hack? Our cyber task force helps recover compromised data.

Document Recovery

Replacement of vital records, fraudulent document invalidation, and notarized copies.

FBI Director Kash Patel

Kash Patel

Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation

Director Patel leads the FBI's mission to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution. Under his leadership, the Recovery Support Branch has expanded victim services, reduced asset recovery time by 37%, and established joint task forces with global partners.

"Every victim deserves a relentless advocate. Our teams work 24/7 to restore what was taken and ensure justice." – Director Patel

K. Patel

Recovery success stories

Real victims share how FBI Recovery helped them regain assets and peace of mind.
Within 72 hours of my report, the FBI froze $180k transferred to a fraudulent account. Their cyber team was incredible. I never imagined I'd see that money again.

Michael Chen

Business email compromise victim

After identity theft ruined my credit, the FBI Restoration Unit helped me secure new documents and coordinated with credit bureaus. I feel safe again.

Linda Rodriguez

Identity theft survivor

My late father's inheritance was stolen in a romance scam. The FBI not only traced the crypto but also provided counseling. They care beyond the badge.

David Okafor

Inheritance fraud case

Our small business was hit by ransomware. The FBI Cyber task force helped us recover files without paying the ransom. They are true heroes.

Pat & Susan Baker

Small business owners

FBI News & Information

Official updates, cybersecurity advisories, and victim resources.
February 2025

Joint Advisory on Salt Typhoon

The FBI, together with international partners, released a new cybersecurity advisory to help communications providers detect and mitigate advanced persistent threats. The guidance builds on December 2024 hardening recommendations.

This critical alert provides network defenders with detection tools and mitigation strategies against state-sponsored malicious activity.

Watch full briefing

FBI Tech & Operations Spotlight

Inside the Bureau: technology, mission readiness, and career opportunities.

Tech Forward. Mission Ready.

Explore how the FBI leverages cutting-edge technology and the career opportunities at FBIjobs.gov. (May 2025)

Strategic Operations Briefing

Insights into FBI field operations, interagency collaboration, and advanced tactical capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers about the FBI recovery process, reporting, and timeline.
Contact your financial institution, gather all related documents, then file a report with the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) or your local field office. Our recovery team can assist once a case number is opened.
While we pursue all viable leads, recovery depends on jurisdiction, speed of reporting, and asset tracing. Our unit has a 43% asset freeze rate when contacted within 48 hours. Always report immediately.
Legitimate FBI personnel will always provide their credentials and office number. You can verify by calling your local field office directly. We never demand payment via gift cards or cryptocurrency.
Yes. The FBI does not charge victims for assistance, case processing, or recovery efforts. Be wary of anyone requesting fees for government recovery services.
Simple identity cases may be resolved in weeks; complex cross‑border asset recovery can take months. We provide regular case updates through your secure portal.
Director Patel has made victim recovery a top strategic goal, increasing funding for the Recovery Support Branch and reducing average case response time by 40% since 2024.

Contact recovery division

Secure line for victims and financial institutions. 24/7 monitored.

FBI Recovery

+1 (202) 324-3000 (ask for Recovery Branch)
recovery@fbi.gov
935 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20535
24/7 emergency line / 8am–8pm EST general

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