Ensure your Safety- Safeguard yourself from Fraudster and Financial crime during money transfer
We are so used to getting everything done within seconds, that we forget to cross check and verify where exactly our money goes, here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Never send money to someone you have not met in person
- Never send money for an emergency unless you have first verified that there is an emergency
- Never send money for any kind of gambling or to any casino
- Never send money to someone who is your friend, but only on social media.
- Never send money to anyone (known/unknown) if the request to send money is just through social media.
- Never send money on behalf of an unknown person
- Never send money for any property that you have not seen.
- Never send money for any promotional offers that seem too good to be true.
Top Tips to Protect yourself from Common Scams
- Do not share your complete bank details or card details with anyone.
- Do not open suspicious texts, links, or pop-up windows in emails- delete them: If unsure, first verify the identity of the contact.
- Be careful with being offered investment opportunities with unusually high returns
- Be vigilant when shopping online & buying on social media marketplaces
How to avoid credit & Debit card Fraud
- Never Give out – your card number over the phone or the Internet unless you know you are dealing with a reputable company.
- Choose a Secure PIN – that cannot be easily detected if your card is lost or stolen. (Don’t use your birth date or address).
- Check – Your transactions regularly
- Report – a lost or stolen card immediately.
