Is this Barclays scam? Spot the red flags!

Summary — +448001615248

Untrustworthy
Caller Name: Barclays (claimed)
Caller Type: Scam
Location: United Kingdom
Reviews: 63
Carrier: —, Region: —

Expert Opinion

Yesterday afternoon, many users reported calls from 0800 161 5248 claiming to be Barclays. The pattern is consistent: callers use an Indian or Pakistani accent, request date of birth, mother's maiden name, or ask to verify security questions, and often mention a non‑existent letter or app issue. This is a classic spoofed number scam aimed at harvesting personal details. Never disclose any information to unsolicited callers; instead hang up and call the bank back on a known official number. Use call‑blocking tools, report the number to Action Fraud, and educate friends and family about the tactics used.

Caller Categories

Scam
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Unknown
Harassment Call
Silent Call
Safe

Caller Names

Barclays (claimed)
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Barclays (scam)
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Scam
Barclays Bank (scam)
Barclays bank (claimed)

Details

Location: United Kingdom
Number type: ratings.phone_number_type_list.3

Rate this number — +448001615248

Recent Reports for 0800 161 5248

448001615248 Scam Barclays Impersonator

A call arrived from this number claiming to be Barclays, yet the voice sounded completely off. They requested my online login details, clearly a scam attempt to steal information—exercise caution!

448001615248 Scam Barclays (scam)

Someone with an Indian accent called, claiming to be from Barclays. They used my name, which is worrying as it seems my data has been leaked. The connection was poor, and I paused to think, but they hung up. DEFINITELY NOT BARCLAYS – this is 100% a SCAM. Be cautious and don’t share any info. I’ve blocked the number.

448001615248 Scam Barclays (scam)

Following warnings on this site about a potential scam, I chose not to answer calls from this number. However, after another call today, I contacted Barclays to verify the authenticity of the calls, and they confirmed my suspicions, advising me to block the number, which I have now done.

448001615248 Scam

Following a call from this number, I greeted the caller but was met with silence, prompting me to terminate the call and investigate further on this platform, ultimately leading to me blocking the number.

448001615248 Scam Barclays (claimed)

It's essential to exercise caution with this number, as the Indian gentleman on the other end is attempting to scam people. I've verified with Barclays, and they haven't tried to contact me regarding any issues

448001615248 Scam Barclays (claimed)

A scammer posing as Barclays used my name and attempted security questions. I hung up and verified with Barclays, confirming it was fraudulent.

448001615248 Scam Barclays (claimed)

A person claiming to represent Barclays, with an Indian accent, requested verification details, but their suspicious behaviour was evident when they insisted on staying on the line while the app was accessed

448001615248 Scam Scam

Received a call on 23/9/24 claiming a link was sent to my Barclays app. It seemed suspicious, so I hung up and confirmed it’s a scam online.

448001615248 Scam Scam

This number is defenitly a scam

448001615248 Scam Barclays Bank (claimed)

This morning, 29 July 2024, at 10:00 AM, I received a call from someone with an Indian accent and poor English, claiming to be from Barclays Bank; I immediately ended the call, as I couldn't trust the authenticity of the caller

448001615248 Scam Barclays (claimed)

This is a scam, as the caller claimed to be from Barclays but requested security ID and questions, which is not a legitimate practice for the bank; beware of this number

448001615248 Scam Barclays (claimed)

Despite claims that this number belongs to Barclay's, I discovered it was actually a scam after recieving a call and investigating online, so I contacted Barclay's directly through their app and they confirmed it was a scam, advising me to block the number.

448001615248 Harassment Call

The frequent silent calls from this number are a nuisance.

448001615248 Scam Barclays (scam)

After verifying with the Barclays fraud team, it was confirmed that the call was not legitimate, despite what some comments may suggest.

448001615248 Scam Barclays (scam)

The phone rang, and I answered, then it redirected, and a lady with a english accent said she was from Barclays, but I wasnt having it, so I said I would call them myself, and she got annoyed and hung up, I rang Barclays and it wasnt them, I think theres been a data breach

448001615248 Harassment Call Barclays (claimed)

A suspicious call was made by an individual claiming to be from Barclays, who hung up when questioned further.

448001615248 Scam Barclays (scam)

I recieved a scam call claiming to be from Barclays

448001615248 Scam

It’s a scam! Normally I can spot them, but they’ll ask for personal details to exploit later. If you’ve shared any, contact your bank’s fraud team immediately, report it, and change your password as soon as possible!

448001615248 Scam Barclays (claimed)

This is a scam, just hang up and block the number, they claim to be a Barclays represantative but it's a lie

448001615248 Scam Barclays (scam)

Barclays has confirmed that this number is not affiliated with them

448001615248 Scam Bank (claimed)

The caller, who had an Indian accent, claimed to be from my bank, but after verifying with my bank, I found that this was a scam, and I advise others to be cautious.

448001615248 Scam Barclays (claimed)

This is a scam, and I always advise people to never give out details over the phone, instead, you should call your bank and ask if they tried to contact you, as soon as the lady mentioned the app verification service wasn't working, I hung up imediatly

448001615248 Scam Barclays (claimed)

An Asian guy claiming to be from Barclays called me, asking to discuss my banking, but I refused to give any info over the phone, he said my account was at risk, but I didnt belive him and hung up.

448001615248 Scam Barclays bank (claimed)

The individual on the other end of the call alleged to be from Barclays Bank, stating that they would send a verification request to my phone app. However, the call was abruptly terminated, and no such request was received. The overall quality of the call was poor, and the caller's demeanor lacked professionalism.

448001615248 Scam Barclays (claimed)

Today, I received a call from 08001615248. The caller had an Indian or Pakistani accent and spoke very poor English, alleging to represent Barclays. Upon contacting Barclays for confirmation, they informed me that they hadn't attempted to reach out to me at all. This indicates that the number is associated with a scam or spoofing, so it's best to hang up without sharing any personal information!

448001615248 Scam

Beware of this number, they are scammer

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