myGov scams
How to recognise a scam pretending to be myGov and what to do next.
How to recognise a myGov scam
Scammers often pretend to be from myGov to try to steal your details or money. Before you open a link or respond, stop and check the communication you’ve received is really from us.
What steps to take if you’ve been scammed
If you’ve got or responded to a scam, there are steps you can take to protect your myGov account.
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Page last updated: 29 April 2026