The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has issued an urgent public alert warning motorists against a wave of fraudulent text messages designed to swindle citizens through fake online traffic fines.
According to an official statement released by the Authority, cybercriminals are systematically sending text messages containing phishing links to trick unsuspecting individuals into paying fabricated penalties on counterfeit websites.
Scam Tactics and Red Flags
The fraudsters send text messages with embedded hyperlinks that redirect recipients to a clone website designed to look like an official government platform.
To pressure victims into compliance, the scammers use high-pressure tactics, including fictitious discounted rates for “early payment” and threats of severe legal action if urgent deadlines are missed.
The DVLA categorically clarified that it does not offer discounts on administrative penalties or statutory fines.
The Authority explicitly declared that any digital correspondence, website, or individual promising reduced fine options under the DVLA banner is entirely fraudulent and must be disregarded.
Official Payment and Verification Channels
To protect the public from financial loss and data theft, the DVLA outlines strict operational frameworks for all digital transactions.
The sole authorised online payment portal for all valid DVLA transactions is the Government of Ghana’s central platform, accessible exclusively at https://www.Ghana.gov.gh.
Furthermore, the corporate digital presence of the Authority is hosted solely at www.dvla.gov.gh, and any external URLs or shortened hyperlinks claiming representation are counterfeit.
Citizens are strongly advised to verify all licensing and vehicle records directly through physical DVLA offices, the official website, or verified public communication channels rather than trusting unverified digital prompts.
Call to Action and Reporting
Members of the public are cautioned against interacting with suspicious links, inputting personal identification numbers, or processing monetary transactions through unverified portals.
The DVLA encourages anyone who receives these deceptive text messages to report the sender’s data to the nearest DVLA station or law enforcement agencies specialising in cybercrime investigation.
”DVLA remains committed to protecting the public from fraudulent activities and ensuring that all official transactions are conducted through secure and approved channels,” the management statement reaffirmed.
Citizens seeking further clarification or wishing to report suspicious activity, DVLA said, can contact its outfit directly via telephone at 020 320 0112 or through email at info@dvla.gov.gh.