02 8106 6149 - 0281066149: Immigration Impersonation Report

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Community report for 02 8106 6149 (0281066149): Caller impersonated Australian immigration department in suspected phishing attempt.

Immigration Department Impersonation Report for 02 8106 6149

One contributor has reported receiving a call from 02 8106 6149 (also written as 0281066149) in which the caller claimed to represent the Australian immigration department. The caller's approach suggests a phishing attempt designed to extract personal or financial information under the guise of official authority.

This type of impersonation targeting immigration-related concerns is particularly effective because it leverages legitimate government processes and common anxieties around visa status, citizenship applications, or residency matters. The contributor recognised the suspicious nature of the call and flagged it through Reverseau.

What Callers from 02 8106 6149 Claimed

The caller from 0281066149 presented themselves as representing the immigration department. No additional details about specific claims, demands, or verification requests were documented in the report, but the contributor's assessment as "phishing" indicates the caller was likely attempting to obtain sensitive information such as personal identification details, banking information, or login credentials.

Immigration impersonation scams typically follow a pattern: the caller creates urgency by suggesting visa cancellation, application delays, or compliance issues, then requests verification of identity or payment details. Contributors should be aware that legitimate immigration inquiries from the Department of Home Affairs are unlikely to arrive via unsolicited phone calls requesting immediate information or payment.

Report Context and Service Details

The call from 02 8106 6149 originated from a local service number provided by Symbio Networks in New South Wales. The report was submitted in April 2026. While only one contributor has reported this number so far, a single credible report of government impersonation warrants documentation and awareness within the community.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8106 6149

If you receive a call from 02 8106 6149 claiming to be from the immigration department or any government agency, do not provide personal information, banking details, or passwords. Hang up immediately and verify the caller's identity through official channels.

Contact the Department of Home Affairs directly using the phone number on their official website or your correspondence documents. Legitimate government departments will never pressure you for immediate payment or information during unsolicited calls. If the caller references a specific application or case, ask for a reference number and contact the relevant department independently to verify.

What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 02 8106 6149

If 0281066149 sends you an SMS, do not click any links or reply to the message. Government departments do not typically request sensitive information via SMS. Forward the message to 0429 999 888 (the ACMA spam reporting service) and delete it immediately.

How to Report 02 8106 6149

Report calls or SMS messages from 02 8106 6149 to the following Australian government resources:

Scamwatch - Report the suspected phishing attempt at scamwatch.gov.au. Include details of what the caller claimed, any requests made, and the date and time of contact.

ACMA - The Australian Communications and Media Authority manages complaints about scams and unwanted calls. Submit a report at acma.gov.au.

Department of Home Affairs - If the impersonation specifically targeted immigration processes, you may also report it directly to the Department via their official website at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au.

If you have additional information about calls from 0281066149, consider contributing your report to Reverseau to help build community safety intelligence on this number.

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