Affidavit of Loss
of SSS ID

In the Philippines, an Affidavit of Loss of SSS ID is a crucial legal document required by the Social Security System (SSS) when applying for a replacement of a lost or stolen SSS identification card. This sworn statement formally declares the loss of the ID, clarifies the circumstances, and protects the holder from potential fraudulent use or identity theft involving the lost document. It serves as an official record of the loss for SSS purposes and is a mandatory requirement for processing a new ID application.

When is this document required?

• SSS ID Replacement: It is a mandatory requirement for applying for a new SSS ID after the original has been lost, stolen, or misplaced.
• Proof of Loss: It provides official documentation to the SSS regarding the circumstances of the ID's disappearance.
• Protection Against Misuse: It helps absolve the affiant of liability should the lost ID be used for illicit activities.

Legal Requirements:

The affidavit must be executed by the SSS member whose ID was lost and must be notarized by a commissioned Notary Public in the Philippines. Under Philippine law, making false statements in a sworn affidavit constitutes Perjury, which is a criminal offense punishable under the Revised Penal Code. The affiant must present a valid government-issued ID to the Notary Public for identification purposes.