Victim of a phone scam. Credit: Pexels, Mikhail Nilov
Foreign residents in Denmark are being targeted by scammers impersonating officials from the Danish Immigration Service (Udlændingestyrelsen).
The scammers use sophisticated techniques to deceive their victims, often manipulating caller IDs to make it appear as though the call is coming from the Immigration Service’s official number, as reported by The Local dk.
Danish Immigration Service phone scam
According to an official statement by the Danish Immigration Service, the scam callers falsely claim that the victim’s residence permit is about to expire. They then demand sensitive information, such as CPR (personal registration) numbers, to “resolve” the issue. The Immigration Service has confirmed that these calls are fraudulent and stressed that they would never request such personal information via phone.
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How to protect yourself from the Danish Immigration Service phone scam
The official Danish Immigration Service has provided several tips to help individuals avoid falling victim to these scams:
It’s a red flag if someone claiming to be from the Immigration Service contacts you unexpectedly, especially if you haven’t initiated a recent case with them.
Scammers can spoof legitimate phone numbers to make their calls appear authentic.
Never provide your CPR number or any other personal details over the phone.
If you are unsure about the legitimacy of a call, the advice is to simply hang up.
If you believe you have fallen victim to a phone scam, report the incident to the police by calling the non-emergency number, 114. It’s also recommended to visit the online resource Sikker Digital for guidance on handling online scams and protecting your personal information.
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