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.

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