CCPC issues fresh warning of customs payments scams

Watchdog warns of spike in scam text messages, as new customs charges to take effect on 1 July

These scam texts may pose as a delivery or postage company asking the recipient to pay a fee.

Watchdog warns of new scam messages targeting shoppers on non-EU websites

Items shipped from outside EU to incur €3 fee under new rules targeting deliveries worth less than €150

Scam warning for Irish consumers ahead of change to customs charges

From July 1, consumers who shop online from companies outside the EU, including the UK, will face charges on goods valued at €150 or less

CCPC issues fresh warning of customs payments scams

Consumers are being warned to be vigilant of scam messages seeking customs payments.

CCPC warns of scams and unexpected charges as new customs rules are introduced

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) is warning consumers to be alert to scam messages seeking customs payments, as new charges come into force on Wednesday 1 July. The CCPC is also advising shoppers who hope to escape the charges by ordering before 1 July to scrutinise delivery dates to avoid being hit with an unexpected bill. Expected increase in frauds and scams Deliveries shipped from outside the EU and valued at or unde…