WhatsAppImpersonates Royal MailHigh Risk

Royal Mail Parcel Held WhatsApp Scam

WhatsApp message impersonating Royal Mail requesting a handling fee payment via link.

89/100

High Risk

Scam risk score based on AI analysis and community reports

Warning Signs Detected

3 indicators identified

Royal Mail on WhatsApp

Royal Mail does not contact customers via WhatsApp.

Handling Fee Request

Royal Mail does not charge handling fees collectible via WhatsApp links.

Payment Phishing Link

Link leads to a fraudulent payment page.

What To Do If You Received This

Royal Mail does not use WhatsApp for parcel notifications. Delete the message and check deliveries at royalmail.com.

Report Details

Channel: WhatsApp
Org Impersonated: Royal Mail
Risk Score: 89/100
First Reported: 30 May 2026
Reports Received: 142
Warning Signs: 3

Original Message (Reference)

Anonymised copy of the original message — included for reference

Hello! This is Royal Mail. We have a parcel for you but require a £3.50 handling fee before we can deliver. Please pay via this link: [SUSPICIOUS-LINK]. Please reply YES to confirm.

First reported 3 months ago · 142 total reports

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