Are You a Victim of Online Scam or Cyber Fraud in UAE? Here's a Guide on How to Report It

Even though we may be aware of online scams, we can still fall victim to them. Cybercriminals are constantly finding new ways to deceive people. It can be confusing to determine whether a link is from your registered bank or a fraudster.

For example, you might receive a message claiming you’ve won a gift card worth one million dollars, but you need to pay delivery charges. Out of excitement, you click the link, believing you’re lucky, only to end up losing all the money in your bank account.

If you find yourself in such a situation, don’t wait to go to the police station; you can now report it online. To save you time and effort, UAE authorities have launched apps and websites where you can quickly report a crime.

Some people might not feel comfortable visiting a police station and providing evidence in person; these platforms allow you to upload screenshots and digital copies of your evidence.
Here are a few websites and apps where you can report:

MoI App: The Ministry of Interior offers an app where you can access eCrime services to file a report and request information about a reported crime.

Dubai Police eCrime Service: Visit the official website (https://www.dubaipolice.gov.ae/) and select ‘Services’. Click on 'Reports Services' and then choose 'eCrime'. Complete the form and attach documents and evidence in PDF format to avoid uploading issues.

'My Safe Society' App: Created by the UAE Public Prosecution, this app makes it easy to report a crime. It’s user-friendly, allowing you to file a report by attaching digital copies of supporting documents. You can upload photos, videos, audio files, or even website links.

Abu Dhabi Police Aman Service: Abu Dhabi Police have introduced the Aman Platform. Visit the website (https://adpolice.gov.ae/en) and click on the ‘Aman’ Service option. Select ‘Submit a Case’ and provide the necessary details, including information about the crime, the scammer's name, contact details, and email address.

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