The National Reserve Bank of Tonga published a public notice urging people to stay alert for financial scams in which fraudsters impersonate banks, government offices, the NRBT, or other legitimate organisations to obtain money or personal information. The notice highlights common red flags including fabricated stories such as offers of free banking services for “research” or “education” and claims of meetings or “investment talks” that never occurred, use of unofficial contact details, impersonation of senior officials or other prominent figures, poor-quality messages with urgent language, pressure to act quickly, and requests for sensitive information such as bank account numbers, login details, or system access. It advises the public to verify unexpected or suspicious contacts via official channels, not rely on caller ID, avoid sharing personal or financial details unless the counterparty is confirmed, and consult the NRBT’s website list of licensed financial institutions.
National Reserve Bank of Tonga 2025-11-25
National Reserve Bank of Tonga warns the public about imposter financial scams
The National Reserve Bank of Tonga issued a public notice warning against financial scams involving impersonation of banks, government offices, or the NRBT to extract money or personal information. The notice advises vigilance for red flags such as fabricated stories, unofficial contact details, and urgent requests for sensitive information, urging verification through official channels.