Resources on Scams

This page is dedicated to providing resources about scams for Georgetown’s international community. Below are videos and links where you can learn more about scams you may encounter while in the U.S., how you can protect yourself, and how to report a scam. Additionally, you can visit other pages on our website to find more specific information on Social Security Number (SSN) scams and tax scams. We hope this information empowers you and helps you stay safe!

Videos

Resources

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Scam Definitions and Tips
• Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Identity Theft and Online Security Information
• FTC Filing Consumer Complaints
• FTC Scam Alerts
• Social Security Administration (SSA) Fraud FAQ
• USA.gov Common Scams Information
• United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) Common Scams Information
• USCIS Avoiding Immigration Scams Information