The Federal Government issued a statement warning the population about the Voa Brasil scam, on its news portal GOV.BR informs that the program has not yet been launched and does not require registration or charge for participation. Find out how the scam works.
How the scam works:
Initially, scammers use fraudulent websites, manipulated reports and sponsored ads on social media to claim that the program is already underway.
They then direct victims to a registration website, where they request personal information, such as their CPF and full name. They then generate a payment slip for payment within 30 minutes, covering taxes and fees for participation in the program.
Government Alert:
Still in your official statement, the Government clarifies that “it does not make direct contact with citizens nor does it use intermediaries to grant benefits in exchange for payment.” The government also emphasizes that personal data, such as CPF, name, date of birth, should not be provided to strangers.
How to avoid the scam:
To protect yourself, follow these guidelines:
- Only access official channels: First, make sure you use official Voa Brasil program channels to register and check airline tickets;
- Research the program: Before using any service, do a thorough search about the program, its rules and requirements;
- Be careful with personal data: Never provide your personal data, such as CPF, ID, credit card number or passwords, to strangers or on untrustworthy websites, as they may use them fraudulently;
- Check information about the intermediary: If you are in contact with someone who claims to represent Voa Brasil, check, secondly, whether the company is accredited;
- Be wary of advantageous offers, very low values, benefits very different from those offered by official companies.
Fell for the Scam, now what?
If you have fallen for this scam, follow the government's guidelines: “Report this practice through user service channels”:
- On the internet: Speak BR;
- By email: [email protected];
- By phone: (61) 2029-8090.
Protect yourself and help fight the Voa Brasil scam. Share this information with friends and family to make sure everyone is aware. If you suspect a scam attempt, report it immediately. Together, we can stop scammers!
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