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If you are an MEI (Individual Microentrepreneur), you need to be careful not to fall into traps. This is because MEIs end up becoming targets of all sorts of scams. But would you be able to identify them?
Many of these scams work in a similar way. They can reach you through contact channels such as email or WhatsApp. Fraudsters can access this data because some of the information about the Individual Microentrepreneur is public.
This is why many entrepreneurs end up falling for scams of this type. The fact that the criminals know your CNPJ number and full name helps to add layers of complexity to the fraud, making it harder to identify.
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Types of MEI scams
A very common scam involves supposed charges that arrive via email. In some cases, the emails claim that you need to pay opening or maintenance fees. Remember: as an MEI, you only pay a mandatory monthly fee: the DAS-MEI.
DAS-MEI is a tax that MEIs need to pay to keep their CPNJ active. However, this charge never arrives by email or mail. It is the MEI's duty to access the system Entrepreneur Portal and make the payment.
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This is another important point to emphasize: always use the official Federal Government platform. This is especially true for those who want to formalize themselves as MEI. Be careful not to fall for a fake website when opening your CPNJ.
False loans
It is also a good idea to keep an eye out for alleged loan offers. As mentioned before, with the entrepreneur's contact details made public, lending companies may approach the entrepreneur to offer loans and other services.
You may be approached in different ways, such as by phone call, WhatsApp, email, SMS, and more. In many cases, you will have to pay an amount in advance to have the loan released. Therefore, do not trust anyone who makes this type of proposal.
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