Recent phishing attempts in the name of FPS Finance
The name of FPS Finance is often misused by fraudsters. Therefore, FPS Finance has issued the following message:
Phishing campaign misusing the name of FPS Finance
There is currently a phishing campaign using the name of FPS Finance. SMS messages are being sent from the number 8850, inviting recipients to settle alleged unpaid costs via a link. This link leads to a fraudulent website.
Since 6 April 2026, FPS Finance has received about 40 reports of these attempted frauds.
How can you prevent this fraud?
We remind you that all payments to FPS Finance can only be made through the following official channels:
- online, via MyMinfin
- by transfer to one of our official account numbers, structured as follows: BEXX 6792 XXXX XXXX
- at one of our infocentres
To check whether you still have an unpaid debt with FPS Finance, you can consult your file directly via MyMinfin.
See also our website: Attempts at fraud (phishing, scams) | FPS Finance
Better safe than sorry
Phishing attempts can happen to anyone, so please remember:
- NEVER click on a link in a suspicious message, do not open attachments and do not download applications if you are asked to.
- Suspicious emails can be forwarded to suspicious@safeonweb.be.
- Suspicious text messages can also be forwarded. Take a screenshot and send it to suspicious@safeonweb.be. The content is then processed automatically.
- Learn how to better protect your digital work and living environment: Safeonweb@work - homepage | CCB Safeonweb
- Regularly check whether your cyber insurance is up to date.
However, accidents can happen to anyone
Have you clicked on a suspicious link?
- If you have clicked, do not fill in any further fields and stop all interaction immediately.
- Never provide personal data or codes.
- If you have given a password that you also use elsewhere, change it immediately.
Have you been defrauded?
- If you have lost money or are being extorted, we recommend that you file a report with your local police straight away.
- Contact your bank and/or Card Stop on 078 170 170 (+32 78 170 170 from abroad) if you have passed on bank details, money is disappearing from your bank account or if you have transferred money to a scammer. In this way, any fraudulent transactions can be blocked.
