I transferred money to a friend in Nigeria from Australia (yes he’s a friend and not a scammer) his bank is requesting all my personal details including where I work to release the funds to him. Does this sound right
How do you know if a friend is scamming you?
Common online scam signs
- Tries to gain trust. An online scam will often try to gain your trust in some way. …
- Emotional. Act now or the IRS will place a lien against your home. …
- Asks for action. …
- Unexpected contact. …
- Asks for personal info. …
- Overpays you. …
- Promises something. …
- Wire transfer request.
How do you know if someone is scamming you for money?
Some 7 signs that you are being scammed:
- A company is contacting you out of the blue. …
- You’ve been rejected for credit, but you’ve got a good credit history. …
- You’re being rushed. …
- Your bank is asking you for your PIN number personal information. …
- The letter or email you have received is full of dodgy spelling and bad grammar.
Can I get my money back if I sent it to a scammer?
Contact your bank immediately to let them know what’s happened and ask if you can get a refund. Most banks should reimburse you if you’ve transferred money to someone because of a scam.
How do you know if he’s a scammer?
What are the signs you’re being scammed?
- They prefer to move communications away from dating websites. …
- They ask a lot personal questions about you.
- They avoid answering personal questions about themselves. …
- They try to establish a bond quickly. …
- They ask for financial help. …
- You never meet them in person.
Will a scammer video call you?
Scammers can fake video calls. Someone who keeps putting off the video call may be shy—or you may be. So another alternative is to ask questions that expose him.
What happens if I get scammed?
If you’ve been scammed, consider reporting the fraud to the police to see if they can take any action, as well as to your state consumer protection office. You can also report scams to the FTC. File a report online with the FTC, or by phone at (877) 382-4357.
What if a scammer has my phone number?
If the worst happens and a scammer gains access to your phone number, you still have options: Contact your service provider immediately and explain the situation. If need be, ask them to put a temporary freeze on your line so that scammers can’t use your number.