Report the incident to the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) or local law enforcement.
Avoid any links or QR codes in the message. These may lead to fake login portals or install malware on your device. FEDERAL OFFICE FOR GOODS TRANSPORT V2.0
If the email impersonates DOT/FMCSA, report it to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) or the Federal Trade Commission. Fraud Alerts | FMCSA - Department of Transportation Report the incident to the Federal Office for
These emails often demand you click a link to "confirm your status" or "update records" to avoid penalties—tactics designed to steal sensitive carrier information. If the email impersonates DOT/FMCSA, report it to
Check the actual email address, not just the display name. Official German federal emails typically end in .bund.de or .gov for US-based equivalents.
Some users have reported similar scams asking for payments to bank accounts in Spain (starting with "ES"), which is impossible for a German federal office. Safe Protective Steps
The use of "Federal Office for Goods Transport" is a primary red flag, as official communications now use BALM .