Dubai Police warn against fake ticket scams

Supplied

Dubai Police are urging the public to buy tickets for concerts, entertainment events, sports activities and travel only through official and authorised platforms.

The warning comes from the Anti-Fraud Centre at the General Department of Criminal Investigation, as part of Dubai Police’s ongoing #BewareOfFraud campaign.

Police say scammers are increasingly using fake websites and unverified social media accounts to sell tickets that don’t exist — exploiting high demand and limited availability.

These platforms often copy the names or branding of well-known organisers to appear legitimate.

In many cases, victims are asked to transfer money or enter their bank card details, only to later discover that no ticket was issued, or that unauthorised charges were made to their accounts.

Dubai Police stress that tickets should only be purchased through official organiser websites or approved ticketing platforms.

They also advise checking website links carefully, using secure payment methods, and being cautious of deals that seem significantly cheaper than standard prices.

Anyone who comes across suspicious websites, fake platforms or attempted scams is urged to report them immediately through the Dubai Police smart app, by calling 901, or via the eCrime platform.

More from UAE

  • UAE, Russian Presidents discuss ties, regional developments

    UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held a phone call with Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation within the framework of the two countries’ strategic partnership.

  • UAE begins loading humanitarian vessel bound for Gaza

    Preparations and loading operations began on Sunday for the Umm Al Emarat humanitarian vessel, as part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 to support the people of the Gaza Strip.

  • Italian president praises Zayed Award honour for Armenia, Azerbaijan

    Italian President Sergio Mattarella has praised the decision by the jury of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity to honour the historic peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia as the award’s recipient for 2026, reaffirming Italy’s support for the peace process between the two countries.

  • Dubai opens major Al Qudra bridge to cut travel time by over 50%

    Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a new bridge at the busy Al Qudra Road intersection, cutting journey times by more than 50 per cent and almost tripling traffic capacity on one of the city’s fastest-growing corridors.