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Report a Catfish in United Kingdom
If you're being catfished or scammed by someone claiming to be in or contacting you from United Kingdom, here's where to report it and what law may apply.
Last updated August 30, 2026
Primary Reporting Agency
File a Report Action Fraud
Secondary Agency
File a Report Report Fraud (National Fraud & Cyber Crime Reporting Centre)
Applicable Law
The UK Fraud Act 2006 can apply to romance scams and online impersonation, depending on the specific conduct involved.
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