Bangladesh Scams: Online, Financial & Mobile Fraud Guide
Common scams affecting people in Bangladesh and how to report them via the CID Cyber Police Centre, DNCRP, and your bank.
Emergency number: 999 — verify on official sources.
Last reviewed: 1 June 2026
Bangladesh has a rapidly growing digital economy, and with it a rising tide of cybercrime. Mobile banking and bKash phishing, fake job offers, online shopping fraud, and investment scams are among the most common threats. The CID Cyber Police Centre, operating under Bangladesh Police, handles cybercrime investigations and provides a hotline for victims. The Directorate of National Consumer Rights Protection (DNCRP) manages consumer fraud complaints. Acting quickly is critical: calling 999 or your bank's fraud line as soon as you suspect a fraudulent transfer gives the best chance of recovering funds. Whether you are in Bangladesh or were targeted from abroad by a scammer operating in the country, official reporting channels exist to assist you.
Common scams
- Mobile banking and bKash phishing targeting OTPs and credentials
- Fake job offers requiring upfront fees or document payments
- Online shopping non-delivery and counterfeit goods
- Investment and multi-level marketing fraud
Tourist-specific scams
- Overcharging taxis and rickshaw drivers in tourist areas
- Fake tour guides and unofficial boat operators
- Counterfeit goods and gemstone scams
Online shopping scams
- Mobile money phishing impersonating bKash, Nagad, or Rocket
- Fake online shops and social media marketplace non-delivery
- Loan-app scams promising quick credit with hidden fees
Job scams
- Fake overseas employment offers requiring upfront visa or agent fees
- Task scams via WhatsApp and Telegram paying small amounts then demanding deposits
Romance scams
- Social media and dating-app romance with escalating money requests
- Long-distance relationships used to solicit remittances
Investment scams
- Fake forex and cryptocurrency trading platforms
- Pyramid and multi-level investment schemes targeting communities
How to report a scam here
- Call 999 or contact your bank's fraud hotline immediately if money was just sent
- Report to the CID Cyber Police Centre via cid.gov.bd or call their hotline
- File a consumer complaint with the DNCRP on hotline 16121
- Report cybersecurity incidents to BGD e-GOV CIRT at cirt.gov.bd
Local reporting & protection links
- Cybercrime reporting
- Consumer protection
- Police
- BGD e-GOV CIRT
- DNCRP consumer hotline — Dial 16121 for consumer rights complaints
Always verify reporting routes and emergency contacts on the official government or agency website for your country.
Bank & payment guidance
Contact your bank or mobile money provider immediately using their official app or hotline number — never a number provided in a suspicious message. No legitimate bank or mobile money service will ever ask for your PIN, OTP, or account password by phone or message.
Evidence to preserve
- Screenshot all messages, profiles, websites and payment pages
- Save transaction references, account numbers and crypto wallet addresses
- Keep emails with full headers where possible
- Note dates, times, names and phone numbers used
Frequently asked questions
How do I report mobile banking fraud in Bangladesh?
Contact your mobile money provider's official helpline immediately, then report to the CID Cyber Police Centre via cid.gov.bd or call the 999 emergency line. Also file a complaint with the DNCRP at 16121 if it involves a consumer rights violation.
Are overseas job offers from Bangladesh legitimate if they ask for upfront fees?
Generally no. Legitimate employers and licensed recruiting agencies do not require workers to pay large upfront fees for overseas jobs. Any offer requiring a payment before placement is a major red flag for fraud.
What is the DNCRP?
The Directorate of National Consumer Rights Protection (DNCRP) is Bangladesh's government body for enforcing consumer rights. Consumers can file complaints with them via district offices or the national hotline 16121.
Sources
- National police and cybercrime portals (verify on official sites)
- FTC / Action Fraud / Scamwatch consumer guidance