Latest delivery scam messages
Current delivery and parcel scam patterns - fake customs/redelivery fees and courier texts - with safe ways to verify.
These are current scam-message patterns our team has reviewed and sanitised - not a live feed. Last updates are shown on each page. We never publish live scam links or personal data.
- package delivery fee text Likely scam
A text saying your parcel needs a delivery or customs fee is almost always a scam. See the red flags, what to do, and how to check safely before you pay.
- customs clearance fee text Likely scam
Texts asking you to pay a customs or clearance fee to release a parcel are a common delivery scam. See the red flags and how to verify safely.
- fake delivery customs fee SMS Likely scam
Fake delivery customs fee sms: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- USPS redelivery fee text Likely scam
Usps redelivery fee text: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- UPS 'package cannot be delivered' text Likely scam
Ups 'package cannot be delivered' text: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- FedEx address confirmation SMS Likely scam
Fedex address confirmation sms: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- DHL customs duty payment scam Likely scam
Dhl customs duty payment scam: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- Royal Mail unpaid postage text Likely scam
Royal mail unpaid postage text: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- Aramex delivery fee WhatsApp message Likely scam
Aramex delivery fee whatsapp message: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- Emirates Post parcel fee scam Likely scam
Emirates post parcel fee scam: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- India Post KYC delivery scam Likely scam
India post kyc delivery scam: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- Amazon package delivery problem text Likely scam
Amazon package delivery problem text: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- courier address update scam Likely scam
Courier address update scam: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- warehouse hold package scam Likely scam
Warehouse hold package scam: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- shipment reschedule fee SMS Likely scam
Shipment reschedule fee sms: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- parcel returned to sender scam Likely scam
Parcel returned to sender scam: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
- fake delivery driver WhatsApp message Likely scam
Fake delivery driver whatsapp message: why it's likely a scam, the red flags, and exactly what to do if you tapped the link, paid, or shared details.
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What this hub tracks
Recently reviewed delivery & courier scam patterns: parcel 'fees', customs charges, and redelivery links.
Recently documented patterns
- 'Parcel held - pay a small fee' texts
- Customs/duty charge demands
- Address-reconfirmation links
- Fake 'missed delivery' notices
Common red flags
- Unexpected contact creating urgency, fear, or excitement
- Requests for codes, passwords, payment, or personal details
- Links or attachments you did not expect
- A sender, number, or domain that doesn't match the real organisation
What to do
- Stop and verify through official channels you find yourself.
- Don't click links or share codes, passwords, or card details.
- If money moved, contact your bank or provider immediately and report it.
How to verify safely
- Open the official app or type the address yourself - don't tap links in the message.
- Call the organisation on a number you look up independently.
- Check a suspicious message with the free checker before acting.
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Sources
Last reviewed: 2026-06-05. These are recently documented, reviewed patterns - not a real-time feed.
We don't claim to detect every scam or guarantee recovery. Always verify through official channels and report to your local authority.