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Top Scams & Phishing Threats in France
Real-time threat intelligence for France. See the most common phishing scams targeting France and how Luminir protects you.
Top 5 scams targeting France
#1
La Poste / Colissimo delivery scam
Fake SMS claiming a package needs customs payment or address confirmation.
#2
Ameli / Carte Vitale scam
Emails impersonating the health insurance system asking to renew your Carte Vitale.
#3
CPF (Formation) scam
Phone calls or SMS about using your CPF training credits before they expire.
#4
Impots.gouv.fr tax refund
Fake emails promising a tax refund from the Direction Générale des Finances Publiques.
#5
EDF / Engie energy scam
SMS or email about unpaid energy bills with threats of service cut-off.
Most impersonated brands in France
La PosteAmeliEDFOrangeSFRFree MobileBNP ParibasCrédit AgricoleImpots.gouv.fr
Brand names are shown only to help you recognize impersonation attempts. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Luminir is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by these companies.
tips_and_updatesProtection tips for France
- check_circleFrench government sites always use .gouv.fr domains
- check_circleAmeli will never ask for your Carte Vitale number by email
- check_circleCPF scam calls are illegal since 2022: hang up immediately
- check_circleCheck sender email domains carefully: impots.gouv.fr vs impots-gouv.fr