Rip off with area code 0088: that's the reason

If you received a call from a number with the area code 0088, this is a planned fraud. We'll explain how the mesh works and how to respond correctly to such a call.

Area code 0088: rip off

So-called satellite networks are behind the numbers with the area code 0088 or +88. The connection to these special networks is extremely expensive, so you can quickly get rid of several euros.

• There are currently an increasing number of ping calls from numbers that begin with the area codes 0082 and 0083. Those affected are only called for a few seconds, so there is no possibility of lifting off. The fraudsters hope you will call back.
• Call back, you will end up in a never ending queue. Never call back such numbers and just ignore the call. If you have already called, hang up.
• The satellite networks are not assigned to any country, so that fraudsters can hardly be legally captured. The 0088 numbers usually belong to large mobile operators, where the fraudsters only rent for a certain time. The callers also hide their identity by forwarding calls.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how high the costs for 01805 numbers are.