Greece Warns of SMS Scam Impersonating Transport Authorities

Tuesday, 12 May 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A new SMS scam is circulating in Greece, targeting the public with fake messages claiming a small fee of 1.20 euros must be paid to avoid a fine. The messages appear to come from official transport or government organizations and are designed to trick recipients into clicking a link and entering payment details. Greek authorities are warning travelers and residents to ignore these messages entirely. No legitimate Greek public body will request payment via an unsolicited SMS link. If you receive such a message while visiting Crete, do not click any links, do not enter card or personal information, and delete the message immediately. Report it to local police or the Greek cybercrime unit (www.cybercrime.gr) if needed. Stay alert, as similar phishing tactics are common in tourist-heavy periods.