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Need to send documents to FEMA? Upload them online to send them faster and easier.
Read moreWhen you apply for FEMA assistance, you can use your online account to receive updates on your application and upload documents requested by FEMA.
If you haven’t created one, you can create one anytime:
- Visit DisasterAssistance.gov.
- Select Check Status.
- Sign In or Create an Account.
- Select Upload Center from the menu to send documents.
You can find a record of what documents you sent and when you sent them under Upload History in the menu. (It may take up to 10 days for documents to appear.)
For faster updates, you can also choose to get email notifications instead of postal mail. Email notifications help you get information sooner and stay informed about your application. You can update this preference at any time in your account.
- To change to email, select Applicant Information from the menu.
- Select Correspondence Preferences.
- Select Edit.
- Choose Email for notifications and Save.
If you need help to access your account, visit our Frequently Asked Questions or call 1-844-875-6446.