Polish Ministry of Finance warns public about ongoing email fraud attempt

The Ministry of Finance and the National Revenue Administration (KAS) have issued an urgent warning about a wave of fraudulent emails currently circulating, in which scammers impersonate official government institutions. These deceptive messages are designed to mislead recipients into revealing sensitive personal and financial information.

According to authorities, the fraudulent emails often reference tax refunds or the need to confirm personal identification data under the pretext of processing payments. In doing so, the perpetrators attempt to gain access to private details such as bank account numbers, login credentials, and other confidential data.

The emails may include links or attachments that, once clicked, redirect users to counterfeit websites that closely resemble official government portals. These websites may prompt victims to enter their personal data, which is then used for identity theft or financial fraud. The Ministry stresses that these emails are not issued by any legitimate state body and that users should not respond to them or click on any links.

Citizens are urged to exercise caution and verify the source of any email purporting to be from the Ministry of Finance or KAS. If there is any doubt about the authenticity of a message, individuals are encouraged to contact the KAS hotline at 22 330 03 30 to report the incident or seek guidance.

The Ministry continues to monitor the situation and is cooperating with relevant authorities to identify and take action against those responsible. In the meantime, the public is reminded to remain vigilant and to protect their personal data by avoiding suspicious emails and regularly updating their security practices.