Mail Fraud. Fraud related to the U.S. Mail™, including sweepstakes, lotteries, online auctions, and chain letters. Report

Any fraud that uses the U.S. Mail ® —whether it originates in the mail, by phone, or online—is mail fraud. It’s a scheme to get money or something of value from you by offering a product, service, or investment opportunity that does not live up to its claims.

Any fraud that uses the U.S. Mail®—whether it originates in the mail, by phone, or online—is mail fraud. Read on for more information about crimes you should watch out for below, and visit the Additional Resources page to view Fraud Prevention Resources.

If you believe you’ve been targeted by a scam involving the U.S. Mail, you can get help by contacting your nearest Postal Inspection Service office in one of three ways: Call 1-877-876-2455. Visit www.uspis.gov to report suspected fraud online.

Are you a victim or have you witnessed a mail-related crime? Alert Postal Inspectors to the problem and prevent others from being victimized. Report Now

The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is a federal law enforcement agency, and Postal Inspectors gather facts and evidence to determine whether a violation has occurred under the Mail Fraud or False Representation Statutes.

Learn about mail fraud and how to protect yourself from scams on USPS.com FAQs.

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The U.S. Postal Inspection Service supports and protects the U.S. Postal Service and its customers by enforcing the laws that defend the nation’s mail system from illegal or dangerous use.

Jun 22, 2023 · Mail theft and fraud are on the rise, with thieves breaking into USPS mailboxes, stealing checks from homes and robbing mail carriers.