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Scam AlertProtect yourself in Ireland

Students are disproportionately targeted by scammers. This page is updated by the ISAI community with real, verified warnings. Read before you rent, apply, or transfer money.

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⚠ ACTIVE ALERTS Fake accommodation listings on Daft.ie — never pay before viewing • WhatsApp job offers from unknown numbers — always verify employer • Fake visa agents charging for free INIS services • Bogus CV clinics requesting payment upfront • Fake ISAI accounts on Instagram and WhatsApp — ISAI never asks for money • Advance fee fraud targeting students seeking part-time work • Fake accommodation listings on Daft.ie — never pay before viewing • WhatsApp job offers from unknown numbers — always verify employer • Fake visa agents charging for free INIS services • Bogus CV clinics requesting payment upfront • Fake ISAI accounts on Instagram and WhatsApp — ISAI never asks for money • Advance fee fraud targeting students seeking part-time work •

shieldGolden rules

  • Never pay rent before viewing a property in person
  • Never share your PPS number with a stranger
  • Never pay for job applications or CV reviews
  • Never send money via Western Union or gift cards
  • ISAI will never ask you for money
  • Verify all employers on the Companies Registration Office

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Warn other students. Every report is reviewed by ISAI within 48 hours.

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Thank you. The ISAI team will review within 48 hours. If verified, it will be added to the alerts page to warn other students.

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emergencyIf you've been scammed

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Garda Síochána

Report to your local Garda station or 999 in emergency

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Your bank — act immediately

Call your bank's fraud line to freeze transactions

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CCPC — Consumer Protection

ccpc.ie · 01 800 44 444

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ISAI team

hello@joinisai.ie — we'll help you find the right support

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Citizens Information

citizensinformation.ie · 0761 07 4000

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