Text message scams may say you need to do something like:

  • renew your driver licence, vehicle licence (rego) or vehicle registration
  • renew within the next 24 hours
  • pay your overdue tolls or other bills
  • take action on a safety camera offence, speeding ticket or traffic ticket.

How to tell it’s not a genuine text message from us

  • We only send text reminders from the number 3651.
  • We don't include links to online transactions.

Example text message scams

NZTA – You have tolls that have not been paid and are overdue. Click: fake link to update the information and pay the toll.

Example of an overdue tolls scam

 

[NZ Transport Agency] Kia ora, Please renew your licence within the next 24 hours, Your reminder number is 804274: fake link.

Example of a licence renewal scam

 

A traffic ticket scam text, listing fake penalties that will happen soon like reporting you to the Ministry of Justice, cancelling your vehicle registration and taking you to court.

Example of an outstanding traffic ticket scam