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Community report for 03 6160 1866 (0361601866): Caller impersonating MyState Bank. Do not answer calls from this number.
MyState Bank Impersonation Report for 03 6160 1866
A contributor has reported receiving a call from 03 6160 1866 (also written as 0361601866) in which the caller impersonated MyState Bank. The contributor confirmed this was a scam attempt and advises against answering calls from this number.
Bank impersonation scams using local Tasmanian numbers like 0361601866 are designed to appear legitimate. Callers typically claim urgent account issues, fraudulent transactions, or security concerns to pressure victims into revealing sensitive information such as account numbers, passwords, or two-factor authentication codes.
What Callers from 03 6160 1866 May Claim
Based on the community report, callers from 03 6160 1866 are impersonating MyState Bank staff. Bank impersonation calls typically involve:
- Claims of suspicious account activity or fraud detection
- Requests to "verify" account details or login credentials
- Pressure to act immediately to prevent account lockout or fund loss
- Requests to transfer funds to a "secure account" for protection
MyState Bank will never call asking you to confirm passwords, PINs, or full account numbers over the phone. Legitimate banks contact customers through verified channels and never pressure you to act urgently over unverified calls.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 03 6160 1866
If 03 6160 1866 calls you:
- Do not: Answer the call, return it, or share any personal, banking, or account information
- Do: Let it go to voicemail, block the number immediately, and report it to your bank directly
- Do: Contact MyState Bank using the phone number on your bank card or their official website to verify whether they called you
- Do: Report the call to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and Scamwatch
If you have already shared information with the caller from 0361601866, contact MyState Bank's fraud team immediately on the number listed on your account statement or their official website.
How to Report 03 6160 1866
Report this number and your experience through these official Australian channels:
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - report the scam and view similar reports
- ACMA: acma.gov.au - file a complaint about the unwanted call
- Your bank: Contact MyState Bank's fraud reporting team directly
- Reverseau: Contribute your report here to help other Australians identify this number
Community reports on Reverseau help other contributors recognise and avoid phone scams before they engage with callers.
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Is 03 6160 1866 really MyState Bank calling me?
No. A contributor has reported that 03 6160 1866 (0361601866) is impersonating MyState Bank. MyState Bank does not initiate calls asking for passwords, PINs, or account verification over the phone. If you receive a call claiming to be from your bank, hang up and contact MyState Bank directly using the number on your card or their official website.
What should I do if I answered a call from 0361601866?
If you answered and shared any personal or banking information with 0361601866, contact MyState Bank's fraud team immediately using the number on your account statement or their official website. Do not rely on the phone number the caller provided. Monitor your accounts closely for unauthorised activity and consider placing a fraud alert with your bank.
Should I call 03 6160 1866 back?
No. Do not call 03 6160 1866 back. Callback numbers used in impersonation scams often route you to the scammers, not the organisation they claim to represent. If you need to contact your bank, use the verified number on your bank card or statement, or visit their official website directly.
How can I block 03 6160 1866 on my phone?
Most Australian phones allow you to block numbers directly. On iPhone, open the recent call from 03 6160 1866, tap the info icon, and select "Block this Caller." On Android, long-press the call from 0361601866 in your call history and select "Block number." You can also contact your phone provider for additional blocking options.
Where should I report 03 6160 1866?
Report this number to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au), ACMA (acma.gov.au), and MyState Bank directly. Contributing your report to Reverseau also helps other Australians recognise and avoid 0361601866.
Are there other numbers impersonating MyState Bank?
Yes. Bank impersonation scams are common in Australia and use various numbers, including legitimate-looking local numbers. Always verify calls by hanging up and dialling your bank directly using a verified number. Do not rely on callback numbers provided by callers, as scammers often spoof legitimate numbers or provide false ones.