Authorities advise caution due to possible World Cup package frauds. The Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC) and the Cyber Police of Mexico City have issued an alert: with World Cup fever, cybercriminals' creativity is also growing. "An increase in the search for travel, tickets, accommodation and mobility is expected, especially in host cities, such as the country's capital," the authorities warn. This situation can represent fertile ground for traps and frauds.
Cloned sites and fake profiles Scammers are not inventing anything new, but they are becoming more professional. According to the official communiqué, they use search engines, social networks, and messaging applications to spread cloned websites that mimic travel agencies or portals linked to the World Cup. "These pages replicate designs, logos, and official texts, which generates a false sense of trust in supposed 'all-inclusive packages,'" details the SSPC. In addition, criminals create fake profiles, posing as travel advisors or representatives of international agencies. If you find a suspicious page or have been a victim of fraud, report it immediately. The Cyber Police of CDMX has several permanent attention channels: – App: Mi Policía – Social networks: @SSC_CDMX and @UCS_GCDMX on X – Email: policia.cibernetica@ssc.cdmx.gob.mx – Phone: 55 5242 5100, extension 5086 You can also consult the official Cyberguide at: https://www.gob.mx/sspc/documentos/ciberguia.
Hundreds of fans are already marking their calendars, and internet searches for tickets, accommodation, and transportation are skyrocketing. We are less than a hundred days away from the FIFA World Cup 2026, and the excitement is already in the air. They offer quotes, send contracts with a legal appearance, and even fake reservation slips. With the argument of securing places and benefits, they request immediate payments, even through cryptocurrencies, with the malicious objective of making the transaction impossible to trace.
The authorities have issued a series of practical recommendations to avoid falling into the trap: Buy only on official sites: The only secure page for tickets is www.fifa.com/tickets. Check the domain: Verify that accommodation pages have security certificates and authentic web addresses. Be wary of offers that are too good: If the price is suspiciously low or they ask you to pay urgently, set off the alarms. Do not pay to personal accounts: Avoid transfers to individuals, cash payments, or cryptocurrencies. Take care of your data: Never share banking information, passwords, or verification codes.
Remember to report.
