Every report matters. Reporting a scam creates an official record, helps authorities track criminal networks, and protects other people from the same scam.
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If you have just sent money or shared bank details — call your bank right now
Don't read this page first. Call the fraud number on the back of your bank card immediately. Every minute counts when trying to stop or reverse a payment.
Irish bank fraud numbers
If you think you've been scammed, call your bank immediately. All lines below are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Use the number below — not a number from any suspicious message.
AIB / EBS
AIB 24/7 fraud line — call immediately if you have shared details or sent money. EBS customers use the same number as EBS is part of the AIB Group.
Revolut has no phone fraud line — report fraud through the in-app chat or by freezing your card immediately in the app. Go to Profile → Help → Disputes.
Contact your local credit union branch directly using the number on their official website or your membership card. Do not use any number from a suspicious message.
Important note
These numbers are correct at time of publishing but can change. Always verify your bank's fraud number on the back of your card or on their official website — never use a number from a suspicious message or a Google search result.
Where to report a scam in Ireland
Different organisations handle different types of scam reports. Here's who to contact and what they can do.
An Garda Síochána
Report fraud and financial crime at your local Garda station or online. Filing a report creates an official record which is important for any bank reimbursement claim. In an emergency, call 999 or 112.
If you have made a payment or shared financial details, call your bank's fraud line immediately — available 24/7 on the number on the back of your card. Ask them to freeze the transaction, flag your account, and begin a fraud investigation. Keep a record of every reference number you receive.
Number on back of your card
ComReg
ComReg investigates scam texts and calls. Forward suspicious texts to 50100 — free on all Irish networks. This gets the sending number investigated and blocked. Report scam calls and suspicious numbers at comreg.ie.
Report phishing emails, malicious websites, and cybercrime to Ireland's NCSC. Particularly useful for phishing emails impersonating Irish government bodies or businesses.
CCPC — Competition and Consumer Protection Commission
Report consumer fraud, fake products, and online shopping scams. The CCPC also provides guidance on your consumer rights if you have been defrauded by a business.
FraudSMART is Ireland's fraud awareness initiative, run by the Banking & Payments Federation Ireland. It provides detailed guidance on the latest scams and how to protect yourself.
Specialist support for older adults who have been targeted by scams. Age Action can provide guidance, emotional support, and help you navigate the reporting process.
Different scams have different reporting routes. Here's a quick guide by scam type.
Phishing texts & emails
Forward texts to 50100 (ComReg)
Report to An Garda Síochána
Forward to the organisation being impersonated
Report phishing emails to the NCSC
Bank & financial fraud
Call your bank immediately — 24/7 fraud line
Report to An Garda Síochána
Contact the Financial Services and Pensions Ombudsman if your bank doesn't help — fspo.ie
Online marketplace scams
Report the listing or account on the platform
Contact your bank if you made a payment
Report to An Garda Síochána
Report to CCPC if a business is involved
Rental scams (Daft.ie)
Report the listing to Daft.ie directly
Report to An Garda Síochána
Contact your bank if you sent money
Report to Threshold (housing charity) — threshold.ie
Investment & crypto fraud
Report to An Garda Síochána
Report to the Central Bank of Ireland — centralbank.ie
Contact your bank immediately
Be wary of "recovery services" — these are almost always follow-up scams
Romance scams
Report the profile on the platform used
Report to An Garda Síochána
Contact your bank if money was sent
You are not alone — Gardaí deal with this every day
Important — keep a record
Before reporting, take screenshots of any messages, emails, or profiles involved. Write down dates, times, amounts, and any reference numbers. This information will be essential for Garda reports and bank reimbursement claims.
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