Dispute your Experian credit report by mail

Experian credit report dispute

If something on your Experian credit report is wrong or incomplete, this page helps you send a clear dispute letter to the right address. You get the current mailing address, a simple letter template, and a short checklist of what to include before you mail it.

Use this page for real mistakes on your report, like an account that is not yours, a late payment reported by mistake, a duplicate debt, or personal details that do not belong to you. It is not for asking Experian to remove information that is correct. It is also useful if you searched for Experian dispute address, dispute Experian by mail, mail dispute to Experian, or Experian dispute letter template.

Found something wrong on your Experian credit report? Open a ready-made dispute letter, replace the placeholders with your own details, attach your supporting documents, and mail it to the correct address.

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Experian

4500 P.O. Box

Dispute by Mail

Allen, TX 75013

United States

This is the Experian mailing address currently listed for mailed dispute requests. Last checked: April 4, 2026.

So your letter looks

Experian

4500 P.O. Box

Dispute by Mail

Allen, TX 75013

United States

April 4, 2026 Experian Dispute by Mail P.O. Box 4500 Allen, TX 75013 Subject: Dispute of inaccurate information on my Experian credit report Dear Experian, I am writing to dispute information on my Experian credit report that I believe is inaccurate or incomplete. My details are: Full name: [your full name] Date of birth: [your date of birth] Social Security number: [your Social Security number] Current address: [your current address] Other addresses used in the last two years: [list any other addresses] Phone number: [your phone number] Email: [your email address] Credit report confirmation number, if available: [number] I am disputing the following item(s): 1. [Creditor / lender / collector name] Account number: [account number] This information is wrong because: [short reason] The correct information should be: [what should change] Documents attached: [list your proof] 2. [Next item, if needed] Account number: [account number] This information is wrong because: [short reason] The correct information should be: [what should change] Documents attached: [list your proof] Please investigate these items and remove or correct any information that is inaccurate or incomplete. I have attached copies of my identification, proof of address, a copy of my credit report with the disputed items marked, and copies of the documents that support my dispute. Please send me written confirmation of the results. Sincerely, [Signature] [Printed name] Enclosures: - Copy of government-issued ID - Copy of utility bill, bank statement, or insurance statement - Copy of credit report with disputed items circled - Supporting documents: [list them]
Open your Experian dispute letter

Simple lines people can copy into the middle of the letter

  • • This account does not belong to me. I did not open it.
  • • This payment was reported late, but I paid on time. I attached proof of payment.
  • • This balance is incorrect. I attached records showing the correct amount.
  • • This debt appears twice on my report. Please remove the duplicate listing.
  • • This address is not mine and should be removed from my file.

Before you continue

  • • Send copies, not originals, and keep a full copy of everything you mail.
  • • Include your full name, date of birth, Social Security number, current address, and every other address you used in the last two years.
  • • Add a copy of your ID, a copy of a utility bill, bank statement, or insurance statement, a copy of your credit report with the disputed items marked, and copies of any documents that support your dispute.
  • • List each disputed item clearly with the creditor name, account number, what is wrong, and what should be corrected.
  • • Certified mail with return receipt is worth using if you want proof that your letter arrived.

How it works

1Open the template and replace the placeholders with your own details.

2Add one short explanation for each item you want fixed and attach copies of your supporting documents.

3Mail the letter to Experian, keep copies of everything you sent, and send the same dispute to the lender or other company that reported the information if needed.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I send my Experian dispute letter?

Mail it to Experian, Dispute by Mail, P.O. Box 4500, Allen, TX 75013. That is the mailing address Experian lists for mailed disputes.

What should I attach to the letter?

Include your identifying details, all addresses from the past two years, a copy of your ID, a proof-of-address document, a copy of your credit report with the disputed items marked, and copies of the documents that support your dispute.

Should I send original documents?

No. Send copies only, keep the originals, and keep a copy of the full package for your own records.

Can I use this to remove accurate negative information?

No. This page is for information that is inaccurate, incomplete, duplicated, caused by identity theft, or not yours. If the information is accurate, it generally stays on your credit report.

How long does Experian take to respond?

Experian says the process may take up to 30 days, and federal consumer guidance says credit bureaus generally have 30 days to investigate disputes.

Should I also write the lender or company that reported the information?

Yes. It is smart to dispute the same issue with both the credit bureau and the lender, card issuer, collector, or other company that reported the information.

Does Experian charge for this?

No. Experian says there is no charge for submitting a dispute.

Can I do this online instead?

Yes. Experian also offers online disputes and says that route may be quicker. This page is for people who prefer mail, want a paper trail, or want to include supporting documents in one package.

What if I still disagree after the dispute is finished?

You can contact the company that reported the information, send another dispute if you have additional documents, add a brief statement of dispute to your file, or file a complaint with the CFPB.

Ready to continue?

Found something wrong on your Experian credit report? Open a ready-made dispute letter, replace the placeholders with your own details, attach your supporting documents, and mail it to the correct address.