Beware of Electronic Consumption Vouchers related Scams (Registration Using Paper Forms)

2021-07-08

The government has announced that eligible persons may register electronically (through the Consumption Voucher Scheme (the Scheme) website) or using paper forms for the HK$5000 electronic consumption vouchers from 4 July to 14 August. Registrants who choose to register using paper forms may drop the forms along with a copy of their Hong Kong identity (HKID) cards into around 560 drop boxes at post offices in various districts and designated bank branches from July 5 during office hours.

Electronic consumption vouchers will be disbursed in instalments through four selected stored value facility (SVF) operators, namely Octopus, AlipayHK, Tap & Go or WeChat Pay HK.

• Before a non-governmental organisation (NGO) helps you register for the Scheme, you should understand the aim and purpose of data collection and where the data will be transferred to;
• If you choose to register using paper forms, you should drop the forms along with a copy of your HKID cards into designated drop boxes in person;
• If NGOs or other persons offer to help you register for the Scheme, you should stay alert and protect your personal data carefully;
• Do not disclose to strangers your personal information, including your names, HKID card numbers, bank account numbers, online banking accounts and PIN codes;
• If you discover fraudulent use of your identity for registration, you should notify the Consumption Voucher Scheme Secretariat by calling the Scheme hotline (telephone number: 185000);
• Remind your relatives and friends, especially the elderly at home, to stay vigilant against deception.
• If in doubt, call the “Anti-Scam Helpline 18222” for advice.

For more details on the government’s Consumption Voucher Scheme, please visit the following website: www.consumptionvoucher.gov.hk