Fake ‘Tax Refund’ Emails are on the increase again.We’ve received 8 in the last 48 hours mentioning refunds of between £200 and £1000.
Example
| After the last annual calculation of your fiscal activity, we have determined that you are eligible
to receive a tax refund of 973.90 GBP. Please submit the tax refund request and allo w us 5-7 days in order to process it.Please download the document attached to this email to confirm your identity. Note: You will need to provide a valid bank accoun in which the funds will be payed to. A refund can be delayed for some reasons, for example submitting invalid records or applying after deadline. Best Regards, HM Revenue & Customs. |
There is an attachment that you are expected open and fill out – Don’t do it!!
REMEMBER: HMRC doesn’t send emails about refunds!! Avoid opening any attachment.
