Where to Report Fraud & Online Scams

Complete global directory of official fraud reporting channels. Only 7% of scam victims report online fraud - help fight cybercrime by reporting suspicious websites and scams.

50+
Countries Covered
200+
Reporting Agencies
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Emergency Hotlines

Emergency Situations

If you are in immediate danger or experiencing an active crime, contact your local emergency services immediately:

  • 911 (US/Canada)
  • 999 (UK)
  • 112 (EU)
  • 000 (Australia)

Before You Report

  • Gather Evidence: Screenshots, emails, transaction records, URLs
  • Act Quickly: Report immediately to increase recovery chances
  • Multiple Reports: File with police, consumer protection, and relevant agencies
  • Keep All Evidence: Preserve emails, screenshots, receipts - don't delete anything
  • Check Domain First: Verify if a website is fake using our free checker

Major English-Speaking Countries

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United States

Primary Reporting Channels

Specialized Reporting

Emergency: If you're in immediate danger, call 911

Non-emergency police: Call your local police department

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United Kingdom

Primary Reporting Channels

Scotland: Report to Police Scotland on 101

Northern Ireland: Contact PSNI on 101

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Canada

Primary Reporting Channels

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Australia

Primary Reporting Channels

European Union Countries

Quick Reference - EU Fraud Reporting

Country Primary Agency Website Emergency
🇩🇪 Germany Bundeskriminalamt (BKA) Online-Wache 110
🇫🇷 France Cybermalveillance.gouv.fr Report Portal 17
🇳🇱 Netherlands Fraudehelpdesk Report Fraud 112
🇧🇪 Belgium eCops Police Portal 112
🇪🇸 Spain Guardia Civil / Policía Nacional Report Cybercrime 112
🇮🇹 Italy Polizia Postale Cyber Police 113
🇸🇪 Sweden Polisen Police Report 112
🇩🇰 Denmark Politiet Report Crime 112
🇫🇮 Finland Poliisi Report Online 112
🇳🇴 Norway Politiet Cybercrime Unit 112

Asia-Pacific Region

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Singapore

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India

Other Countries

Latin America

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Mexico

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Argentina

Middle East & Africa

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UAE

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Saudi Arabia

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South Africa

Additional Countries

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Ireland

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New Zealand

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Switzerland

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Austria

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Poland

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Portugal

International Organizations

Global Reporting

  • INTERPOL Cybercrime Unit

    International police cooperation. Report suspected fraud and abuse of INTERPOL's name only.

  • Europol - EC3

    European Cybercrime Centre - comprehensive list of national reporting websites for all EU Member States

  • eConsumer.gov

    Partnership of consumer protection agencies worldwide for international scams and cross-border fraud

  • ICPEN

    Network of 70+ consumer protection authorities for cross-border consumer protection

  • Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA)

    Global organization with real-time intelligence sharing and local chapters

Industry Reporting

Important Guidelines for Reporting Fraud

✅ Do This:

  • Report to your local/national agency first
  • Keep all evidence (emails, screenshots, receipts)
  • Report immediately after discovering fraud
  • Contact your bank if financial accounts are compromised
  • File police reports for criminal activity
  • Use official government websites only
  • Document dates, times, and all communication
  • Report even if you didn't lose money

❌ Avoid This:

  • Don't pay fees to report fraud
  • Don't provide personal info to unverified contacts
  • Don't delay reporting
  • Don't rely on social media for official reporting
  • Don't expect immediate resolution
  • Don't report to multiple agencies unnecessarily
  • Don't delete any evidence or communication
  • Don't engage further with scammers

What to Include in Your Report

  • ✓ Complete URLs of fraudulent websites
  • ✓ Screenshots of the scam
  • ✓ All communication with scammers
  • ✓ Transaction records and amounts lost
  • ✓ Dates and times of incidents
  • ✓ Method of payment used
  • ✓ IP addresses if available
  • ✓ Any personal information exposed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is website a scam - how do I report it?

If you suspect a website is fake or fraudulent, first verify it using our checker, then report it to your local cybercrime unit using the links above. Always report to multiple agencies for best results.

Where to report fake websites?

Report fake websites to your country's cybercrime unit, consumer protection agency, and Google Safe Browsing. Use the directory above to find specific reporting channels for your location.

I lost money to an online scam - what should I do?

Act immediately: 1) Contact your bank to dispute charges, 2) File a police report, 3) Report to your national fraud center, 4) Keep all evidence, 5) Monitor your accounts for further unauthorized activity.

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