Fraud Awareness

Fraudsters will do anything to get your money. Don't fall victim to the advance-fee scam. Fraudsters persuade you to pay them funds in advance, promising that you will receive a significant share of a large sum of money in return.

When you use an ATM, it is important to always be alert and aware of your surroundings so you do not compromise your card or PIN. Shoulder surfing and card swapping are just some of the dangers you face when transacting at an ATM. Protecting yourself starts with being aware of how and when you are targeted.

With a beneficiary maintenance scam you'll usually get a fax or email on one of your beneficiaries' letterheads telling you that their banking details have changed. They will then ask you to pay future payments into their new account. As soon as you have made the payment the fraudsters will quickly withdraw the money, while the real beneficiary is left unpaid

Card fraud is an unfortunate reality. Always be cautious when you use your card. Fraudsters have developed sophisticated ways of stealing your money, such as card swapping, card skimming and even online fraud.

There are many different types of cheque fraud. Cheques are either manufactured/cloned, altered/amended, stolen, or forged. Learn how cheque fraud works and how to avoid it.

Deposit and refund scams involve false payment slips or proof of payment to trick you into handing over goods or providing services before you realise that the funds have not really been cleared.