The Hong Kong Monetary Authority published a warning from Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited about two fraudulent websites impersonating the clearing operator and offering purported buyer protection services for Faster Payment System transactions. The websites seek to obtain identity documents, phone numbers and bank account details, and direct users to fraudsters posing as customer service personnel. Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited has no affiliation with the websites and does not ordinarily provide Faster Payment System services directly to individuals or proactively contact members of the public. Users should remain alert to suspicious communications, protect their personal information and report suspected fraud to the police.
2026-08-24Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns of fraudulent websites impersonating Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority published a warning about fraudulent websites impersonating Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited and offering purported buyer protection for Faster Payment System transactions. The sites seek personal and bank account information and direct users to fake customer service personnel.