The Danish Immigration Service SIRI has issued a warning about a growing number of phone scams targeting internationals.
Reports say that foreigners have been receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to be from The Danish Immigration Service, attempting to obtain personal information. In some cases, the phone number displayed on the caller’s ID matches the Immigration Service’s official number.
These scammers often try to create a sense of urgency, pressuring individuals to provide personal details or take immediate action.
“These phone calls are not from The Danish Immigration Service and are a scam”, SIRI says.
Tips to avoid problems
What should you do to avoid being scammed? According to the Danish Immigration Service, there are a few points to follow:
- Be particularly cautious if someone calls you unexpectedly claiming to be from The Danish Immigration Service, especially if you have not previously contacted us or do not have a pending case with us.
- Do not trust the displayed phone number. Scammers can manipulate the number that appears on your phone.
- Be especially wary if someone asks you to provide personal information.
- Be cautious if someone wants you to act immediately by creating a sense of urgency or suggesting severe consequences.
What to do
If you suspect you have fallen victim to a phone scam, the Danish Immigration Service advises contacting the police immediately by calling 114.
At this address, you can find some advice to avoid falling into the scam. They are useful mostly to people who are not very practical with these scams. Here you can find useful info if the damage is already done.
Unfortunately, both websites are available only in Danish, but they are easily readable by automatic translators.
