Scam types we help UK victims understand
Authorised push payment fraud can take many forms. Explore the most common scam types and how we may be able to help.
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Authorised push payment (APP) fraud takes many forms. Criminals exploit trust, urgency, and familiarity to convince you to send money from your own bank account. Below are the four most common scam types we help UK clients discuss — each with its own dedicated guide.
What all these scams have in common
- You authorised the payment yourself — the bank transfer appeared genuine at the time
- Scammers use pressure, impersonation, or emotional manipulation
- Funds are moved quickly once the payment is made
- Victims often feel embarrassed — but these scams affect thousands of people every year
- You may have rights to challenge a bank's response to your complaint
Impersonation Scam
Criminals pose as a trusted organisation such as a bank, solicitor, government body or a family member to convince you to transfer money.
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Romance Scam
Someone builds a relationship with you online and then convinces you to send money under false pretenses.
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Invoice Scam
You are tricked into paying a fraudulent invoice after criminals intercept or imitate a real supplier.
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Crypto Scam
Fraudsters persuade you to transfer money to what appears to be a legitimate cryptocurrency investment, which turns out to be fake.
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