Dubai Police issue warning on fake insurance companies and scam online ads
Dubai Police fake insurance companies are the focus of a public warning issued on April 4, 2026, after authorities flagged misleading online advertisements targeting residents in Dubai. Dubai Police said scammers are using social media-style ads and direct messages to push fake insurance deals and other offers.
Dubai Police warned that “too cheap” insurance quotes are a key red flag, especially for products residents renew often, such as motor insurance needed for vehicle registration and driving in the UAE. The risk is financial and legal: a fake policy can leave a driver uninsured after an accident and can trigger problems when documents are checked during registration or claims.
The warning also covers fraudulent “gold deals” advertised online in the UAE, where below-market pricing is used to pressure quick payment. Dubai Police urged residents to avoid paying money based only on an online ad and to treat unrealistic discounts as a likely scam indicator.
Dubai Police told the public to report suspected fraud through official channels, rather than engaging with the advertiser or sharing personal data. The advisory is aimed at reducing losses linked to online fraud and limiting the spread of scam ads across platforms.
Quick Intel
- Date: Dubai Police published the warning on April 4, 2026, flagging fake insurance promotions and scam online ads in Dubai.
- Risk: Paying for a fake policy can mean zero coverage after an accident, plus document issues during vehicle registration/renewal and claims processing in the UAE.
- Red flags: Unrealistically low premiums, “instant issuance” promises, pressure to pay fast, and ads pushing below-market “gold” prices.
- Action: Use Dubai Police official reporting channels to report fraud and avoid sending Emirates ID details, card data, or OTPs to unknown sellers.
If an insurance or gold offer in Dubai is priced far below market rates, stop the transaction and report it to Dubai Police through official channels before any payment or data sharing.
