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In the Philippines, an Affidavit of Loss of ATM Card is a crucial legal document required by banks when a customer reports their Automated Teller Machine (ATM) card lost or stolen.

This sworn statement formally declares the circumstances of the loss, serves as notice to the bank, and is a prerequisite for requesting a replacement card.

It helps protect the cardholder from potential unauthorized transactions made using the lost card by establishing a clear timeline and formal declaration of its disappearance.

When is this document required?

  • ATM Card Replacement: It is a mandatory requirement by virtually all banks in the Philippines when applying for a new ATM card to replace a lost, stolen, or misplaced one.
  • Fraud Protection: It serves as an official record for the bank, limiting the cardholder's liability for unauthorized transactions that occur after the loss has been formally reported and documented.
  • Reporting to Authorities: While usually not a standalone police report, it can supplement a police report if the ATM card was stolen alongside other valuables, providing a sworn statement for investigative purposes.
  • Official Declaration: It provides a legal declaration of the loss, which may be necessary for any disputes or investigations related to transactions made after the card went missing.

Legal Requirements:

The affidavit must be executed by the ATM cardholder and must be notarized by a commissioned Notary Public in the Philippines.

Notarization authenticates the document, affirming that the affiant (the person making the statement) personally appeared before the notary, was identified, and voluntarily swore to the truthfulness of the contents.

Under Philippine law, making false statements in a sworn affidavit constitutes Perjury, which is a criminal offense punishable under the Revised Penal Code.

It is crucial to report the loss to your bank immediately through their official hotline or branch, even before securing the affidavit, to have your card blocked and minimize potential financial damage.

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