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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.

Very High
#2

Ameli / Carte Vitale scam

Emails impersonating the health insurance system asking to renew your Carte Vitale.

High
#3

CPF (Formation) scam

Phone calls or SMS about using your CPF training credits before they expire.

High
#4

Impots.gouv.fr tax refund

Fake emails promising a tax refund from the Direction Générale des Finances Publiques.

Seasonal
#5

EDF / Engie energy scam

SMS or email about unpaid energy bills with threats of service cut-off.

Medium

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

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