Scam messages circulating again in the name of A-Katsastus

We warn about scam messages sent in the name of A-Katsastus. Emails claim that an additional safety inspection has been scheduled for the recipient’s vehicle by the car manufacturer and that a non-cancelled appointment will incur an inspection fee of 80 euros.
The message also offers a link to modify the booking in Traficom’s online service. These are phishing messages aimed at getting the recipient to click the link and disclose personal information or banking credentials to criminals.

Please note that when booking an inspection time through A-Katsastus booking service, it operates at the address https://ajanvaraus.a-katsastus.fi. Ajovarma’s booking service, on the other hand, operates at the address: https://varaus.ajovarma.fi and requires strong authentication.

General tips regarding scam messages:

Do not click on links in emails or SMS unless you are sure they are safe.
Do not access services via links or search engine results; instead, type the website address in full in the address bar. The most common addresses you use should be saved in the browser’s favorites or bookmarks.
If you have mistakenly provided your credit card information or online banking credentials through a scam message, you may have fallen victim to fraud. First, contact your bank and then file a police report. Attempts at fraud should also be reported.

Nationwide appointment booking for inspection services and registrations

075 323 2222

Mon – Fri from 7.30 am to 6 pm, Sat from 9 am to 2 pm (local network charge / mobile call charge) Registration and vehicle inspection counselling is not given by telephone or e-mail, but only on-site at inspection stations.

Booking for inspection and registration services

Nationwide appointment booking and advisory service for driving licences and permits

029 534 5115

Booking Mon-Fri from 7.30 am to 3 pm, advisory service Mon-Fri from 8 am to 3 pm (local network charge / mobile call charge). Customers are required to use strong authentication. An appointment for another person can only be booked with a power of attorney, verbal authorization during the call, or by an identified guardian.

Booking for Ajovarma