The Interior Ministry told about the fraud scheme when buying a car from abroad

Russians who plan to purchase a car abroad should exercise increased caution: there are a large number of fraudulent schemes in the field of importing foreign cars, due to which the buyer may be left without money and without a car. This was reported on December 24 in the Telegram channel of the Department for the organization of the fight against the illegal use of information and communication technologies (UBK) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia.

Experts recommend starting a transaction only by checking the seller. A potential buyer should request the constituent documents, and check the data of individual entrepreneurs using the Federal Tax Service database. If there is information about bankruptcy, litigation or debts, it is better to abandon the transaction. An additional source of information may be reviews on the seller's social networks and on major portals offering goods and services.

It is recommended to pay special attention to the price. As a rule, custom-made cars are 20-25% more expensive than similar models on the domestic market. Too low a cost may indicate gray customs schemes. If violations are detected by the Federal Customs Service (FCS), additional payments may be charged to the buyer. It is recommended to double-check the price using a customs calculator.

In addition, communication with the seller should be conducted exclusively through official channels. A reliable importer is usually ready to show the car via video link and answer questions in detail. Vague promises of delivery dates, attempts to speed up decision-making, and offers to switch to personal chats should alert you.

It is also necessary to conclude a contract. Payment must be made only using the bank details specified in the document, without transfers to third-party accounts or by phone number. It is safer to deposit funds in stages, as the stages of transportation are confirmed. Experts call the use of cryptocurrencies for calculations a characteristic sign of fraud.

In addition, customers are advised not to share personal data, SMS codes, and bank card details with third parties, and to avoid clicking on questionable links that may lead to phishing resources.

Gift selection: fraudsters have intensified attacks on Russians under the guise of delivery

The number of such calls has doubled since mid-December.

Earlier that day, the UBK of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia reported that fraudsters began using a scheme in which they offer citizens "easy earnings" through partner marketplace programs using split purchases. The victim is offered to arrange the purchase of expensive electronics in installments in his name in exchange for a reward. After the victim makes a purchase and specifies the delivery address, the criminals stop communicating. The goods are sent to unknown recipients, and all installment obligations remain with the citizen.

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