Where to report
If you are in immediate danger or a crime is in progress, call 999.
| Authority | What it handles | How to reach it |
|---|---|---|
| eCrime platform | The national online platform for reporting cybercrime, including online fraud and financial scams. | ecrime.ae |
| Dubai Police (e-Crime) | Cybercrime and online fraud in the Emirate of Dubai. | Dubai Police e-Crime service |
| Abu Dhabi Police (Aman) | Cybercrime and online fraud in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, through the Aman confidential reporting service. | Via the official website |
| Your bank | Payments you were tricked into making, or unauthorised transactions. Report as soon as possible. | The number on your card, or in your banking app |
Regulators and redress
| Body | Role | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Central Bank of the UAE | Regulates banks and payment services; handles matters concerning banking and consumer finance. | Via the official website |
| Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) | Regulates the securities market; the body for investment fraud and unlicensed investment schemes. | Via the official website |
If money has left your account
Tell your bank straight away, and report the matter through the channels above. Acting quickly gives the best chance of tracing or freezing a payment.
How Reascon works here
Where a matter touches the UAE, we document it to the standard the authorities above require and refer it through the correct channel. We work with victims to gather what they have, and with lawyers acting pro bono in the jurisdiction. We do not act as your legal representative unless a regulated lawyer formally takes that role.
Been affected? Start at Get help. Received a notice from us? See Verify a notice from us. Or submit evidence directly.