UNHCR Iran has received reports of a fraudulent website falsely claiming to be linked to UNHCR. The website falsely promises forcibly displaced persons money in return for filling out a questionnaire.
Do not trust this fraudulent website or any other websites that make such false promises. These websites are not associated with UNHCR in any way. These fraudulent websites are created by fraudsters who are trying to steal your personal information and/or money.
Similarly, never trust any messages, emails or calls from unknown or suspicious sources. Do not click on any links or attachments in websites, messages or emails from unknown or suspicious sources. Such links or attachments may lead to phishing, malware or fraudulent websites which can result in your money and/or personal information being stolen.
Never pay fraudsters any money and never share any personal information and documentation with them. Instead, report fraudsters to UNHCR and the police. All complaints to UNHCR are confidential.
Please only rely on official UNHCR channels to receive accurate information regarding UNHCR services. When in doubt, please check directly with UNHCR for accurate information. You may send your queries through the UNHCR online contact form or contact the UNHCR helpline (https://help.unhcr.org/iran/en/contact/).
For information about the available UNHCR services in Iran, please visit the UNHCR Iran website (https://www.unhcr.org/ir/) or see the official announcements made on UNHCR Iran’s Help Page (https://help.unhcr.org/iran/en/news/) or follow the UNHCR Instagram account (https://instagram.com/unhcriran).
Stay vigilant, stay informed, stay safe.
