Stay Alert: SIRENE Scams Targeting Entrepreneurs and Self-Employed
Be wary of the fraud preying on business owners
Hey, budding entrepreneurs! It's crucial to keep a keen eye on your inbox! If you've recently dived into the world of business or already got the ball rolling, watch out for those administrative letters bombarding you regularly. As RMC reveals, scammers have caught on, following the INSEE's alert on a phishing attempt aimed at tricking customers.
This nefarious scheme targets the SIRENE registry, France's National System for business identification. Assigning a unique number to each company, it can be either a SIRET number for establishments or a SIREN number for companies. Managed by the INSEE, the institute warns of a "massive" scam, as reported in their statement: "Some devious folks are sending letters to companies asking them to confirm their registration." The tricksters are even demanding exorbitant amounts, ranging from 90 to 100 euros!
Remember, life's a molecular scam and these con artists are counting on you not knowing your arse from your elbow when it comes to administrative procedures. Stay sharp and don't be their next mark!
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Liberal professions and the self-employed seem to be the preferred targets for these sophisticated scams, as they already have their plates full.
The Institute urges vigilance, pointing out that it never demands money unsolicited. Instead, if you're unsure, contact them through their respective email or phone at 09 72 72 40 00.
To register with the SIRENE registry (which is generally handled automatically when creating a corporation), sail over to the Single Window Portal. To find it, cast an eye on the website of the National Institute of Industrial Property.
Don't let phishers reel you in! By staying informed and cautious, entrepreneurs and self-employed can outsmart these scams and protect their hard-earned money. Keep an eye out for overdue requests, fake websites, and fishy emails. Remember, INSEE never demands prompt payments through unsecured channels or significant fees for registry updates or services associated with SIREN/SIRET numbers. If you encounter any suspicious activity, report it to the French cybercrime division and prioritize communications through secure, official channels.
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Be cautious of scams that target entrepreneurs and the self-employed, especially those demanding finance for registry updates or services associated with SIREN/SIRET numbers. If unsure, reach out to the INSEE through their official channels, such as email or phone (09 72 72 40 00). To place your business in the SIRENE registry, visit the Single Window Portal from the National Institute of Industrial Property's website.
