With the self assessment deadline approaching, there are more and more scam e-mails circulating, which appear to be from HMRC in relation to claiming a tax refund. These often look genuine - coming from "@hmrc.gov.uk" e-mails and they usually copy HMRC's logo from their website, and include links to HMRC's genuine website.
The e-mails have a form attached which asks for debit or credit card details, security codes and passwords, dates of birth, available balances on account - all of the details a fraudster needs to be able to steal from you!
HMRC do not e-mail in relation to tax refunds. Nor will they ever ask you for credit or debit card details for refunds.
If you receive an e-mail in relation to a refund DO NOT complete the form - delete it or forward the e-mail to us or to HMRC at phishing@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk
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