European Anti-Fraud Centre
The European Anti-Fraud Centre collects information on fraud and identity theft. We provide information on past and current scams affecting Europeans.
European Anti-Fraud Centre impersonation alert!
Fraudsters continue to impersonate European Anti-Fraud Centre (EAFC) representatives. These fraudsters often claim to be investigating fraud or promise to help get your money back from a previous incident. They then request personal and financial information.
Remember! The EAFC does not contact individuals to request money.
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What to do if you're a victim
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Annual reports
Access an annual overview of fraud in Europe and the European Anti-Fraud Centre's activities.
Annual reports
Access an annual overview of fraud in Europe and the European Anti-Fraud Centre's activities.
The impact of fraud so far this year
- Reports processed:
33,854
(51,999 in 2024) - Victims of fraud:
23,113
(36,248 in 2024) - Lost to fraud:
$544 M
($645 M in 2024)