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United States
North AmericaReport the scam
- FTC, ReportFraudreportfraud.ftc.govReport scams whether or not you lost money.
- FTC by phone1-877-FTC-HELP (382-4357)
- FBI Internet Crime Complaint Centeric3.govFor internet fraud.
Other agencies
- Identity theft (FTC)1-877-ID-THEFT
- Mail fraud: Postal Inspection Service1-800-372-8347
- Securities fraud: SEC1-800-SEC-0330
Closer to home
- Local police or your state attorney generalReport there too, and call your bank first if money moved.
Canada
North AmericaReport the scam
- Canadian Anti-Fraud Centrereportcyberandfraud.canada.caYou can report anonymously.
- CAFC by phone1-888-495-8501Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4:45 pm Eastern.
Closer to home
- Your local policeThey investigate. Contact them as soon as you can.
- Your bank or card issuerCall the number on your card.
United Kingdom
EuropeReport the scam
- Report Fraud (England, Wales, Northern Ireland)reportfraud.police.ukReplaced Action Fraud on 4 December 2025.
- Report Fraud by phone0300 123 2040
- Scotland: Police Scotland101
Your bank
- Call 159 to reach your bank159Connects to most UK banks and cannot be spoofed. Run by Stop Scams UK.
- About 159stopscamsuk.org.uk/159
Australia
OceaniaReport the scam
- Scamwatch (National Anti-Scam Centre)portal.scamwatch.gov.au/report-a-scam
- Report a scam websiteforms.scamwatch.gov.au/report-a-scamwebsite
- Police cybercrime reportcyber.gov.au/report-and-recover/reportUse this if money or personal details were stolen.
Get support
- IDCAREidcare.orgHelp with identity misuse and recovering from a scam.
- Your bank or card providerContact them right away and ask them to stop transactions.
- Emergency000If anyone is in danger.
New Zealand
OceaniaReport the scam
- NZ Police (online fraud and cybercrime)105
- Text scams: forward free to7726Department of Internal Affairs.
- Scam websites: National Cyber Security Centrencsc.govt.nz
- Investment scams: Financial Markets Authorityfma.govt.nz
Get support
- Netsafenetsafe.org.nz/reportOnline harm and scam advice.
- Your bank or payment providerContact them first if money or accounts are affected.
- Emergency111
Singapore
AsiaReport the scam
- Singapore Police Force, make a police reportpolice.gov.sgUse the Police eServices portal.
Get advice
- ScamShield helpline1799Advice from National Crime Prevention Council officers.
- ScamShield guideguide.scamshield.gov.sg
Malaysia
AsiaReport the scam
- National Scam Response Centre (NSRC)997Open 24 hours. Police, Bank Negara, MCMC and banks work together. A call counts as a police report.
- Police commercial crime unit (CCID)Go to your nearest police station and ask for CCID, especially for large losses.
Check first
- PDRM Semak Mulesemakmule.rmp.gov.myCheck if a bank account or phone number was flagged.
- Your bankUse the hotline on your bank app or website.
Philippines
AsiaReport the scam
- Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC)cicc.gov.ph/reportPasses complaints to the police, NBI or Department of Justice.
- CICC hotline1326
If money was lost
- Police blotter and notarized affidavitBanks and e-wallets usually need both before they freeze the receiving account.
- Your bank or e-walletUse the official help channel in your app.
India
AsiaReport the scam
- National Cyber Crime Helpline1930Open 24 hours. Call as soon as money moves.
- National Cyber Crime Reporting Portalcybercrime.gov.inReport online and track your complaint.
Closer to home
- Your bankAsk them to block cards and UPI linked to the details you shared.
Pakistan
AsiaReport the scam
- National Cyber Crimes Investigation Agency (NCCIA)1799Took over from the FIA Cybercrime Wing in April 2025.
Closer to home
- Your bank or mobile-wallet providerAsk them to lock any account linked to the details you shared.
Bangladesh
AsiaReport the scam
- CID Cyber Police Centrecid.gov.bdBring your NID number, a timeline and any evidence.
- Police Cyber Support for Womenpolice.gov.bd/en/police_cyber_support_for_womenConfidential help for women who are victims of cybercrime.
If money was lost
- Your bank complaint cellContact it first.
- Bangladesh Bank hotline16236Working-day office hours. Online complaints at cms.bb.org.bd.
- bKash helpline16247Report straight away and change your PIN.
- Nagad helpline16167
Other
- BTRC (telecom scams)btrc.gov.bd
- National emergency999If someone is in danger.
- Helpline for women and children109Includes sextortion.
Nigeria
AfricaReport the scam
- Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)efcc.gov.ngReport online or at any EFCC office.
- Nigeria Police ForceGo to your nearest police station.
Other
- Your bankContact it at once using official numbers only.
- NCC and ngCERTForward suspicious messages and websites to them.
South Africa
AfricaReport the scam
- South African Police ServiceReport at your nearest station.
- Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS)safps.org.zaAdds the case to a fraud-tracking database.
Money and investments
- Your bank fraud departmentCall immediately. Some banks also take reports on WhatsApp.
- Financial Sector Conduct Authorityfsca.co.zaCheck whether a provider is registered.
- FAIS OmbudsmanFor fraud involving financial advice or products.
Anywhere else
EverywhereReport the scam
- Search "report fraud" with your country name and use a government website
Checked against official agency and provider pages on 18 Oct 2026. Numbers and opening hours change, so confirm on the agency site before relying on them.