Government still dealing with Motor Registration text message scam

    Tuesday, 9 December 2025 06:00

    By Tonya Organ

    It appears to be issued from the MyGovNL portal and now instructs the recipient to click a link that directs them to a fake website that looks like the Provincial Government website.

    Another advisory this week about an ongoing Motor Registration text message scam that was first reported last week. Officials say this text does not communicate information about Motor Registration services through the message. It appears to be issued from the MyGovNL portal and now instructs the recipient to click a link that directs them to a fake website that looks like the Provincial Government website. People are then asked to provide payment, update their password, or provide personal information. Those who get the text message, should not click on any link provided. Forward the message to 7726, which will alert cellular providers

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