Federal Bureau of Investigation - Internet Crime Complaint Center complaint filing guide

How to file a consumer complaint with Federal Bureau of Investigation - Internet Crime Complaint Center for Federal fraud & scams.

Receives reports of internet-enabled crimes, including phishing, business email compromise, ransomware, extortion, online auction fraud, investment scams, romance scams, identity theft, and other cyber-enabled fraud.

Jurisdiction
Federal
Category
Fraud & Scams
Filing method
online portal
Verification status
verified (last verified 2026-05-29)

Response times vary by agency. Check the agency's website for its current timeline.

File a complaint with Federal Bureau of Investigation - Internet Crime Complaint Center (official form)