Last updated
Tuesday, 27/07/2021
There are reports that Australians overseas are being contacted by someone claiming to be from DFAT, offering flights and requesting credit card information.
DFAT will never request payment over the phone. If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from DFAT seeking payment for one of these flights, please hang up.
DFAT are arranging facilitated commercial flights with Qantas to return Australians to Australia. We contact vulnerable Australians to ensure they are prioritised on these flights. We're in the process of contacting relevant consular clients to warn them of this potential scam.
If you have concerns, contact us online or call the Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.
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- For general advice on scams and what to do if you're a victim overseas, see our I've been scammed overseas page.
See also
- Visit Stay Smart Online (Australia Cyber Security Centre) for more information on scams, phishing, and how you can protect yourself online
- Report scams at ScamWatch