Fraud Warning
Although many people are now aware of "advance fee" fraud schemes, please also be cautious when responding to any online inquiry. Scammers will pose as legitimate businesses, single men and women on dating sites, robbery victims and even U.S. citizens in order to draw you into their scam. The bottom line is, if you are asked to send money to someone you have met online please contact the U.S. Embassy before doing so. More information on common scams in the region and around the world can be found below.
Combating Fraud, Waste and Abuse in Federal Tax Administration
Nigerian Advance Fee Fraud (4-1-9) Resourses
- U. S. Department of State Report on Nigerian Advance Fee Fraud
- Nigeria - The 419 Coalition Website - "Devoted to fighting the advance money scam..."
- Sample Letters Sent By Fraudsters:
Source: http://urbanlegends.about.com/library/blnigeria.htm