Transport for Ireland is aware of a number of scam social media pages posing as Transport for Ireland (TFI), claiming to sell TFI Leap Cards. Warnings have been issued on TFI’s official Facebook, Instagram and Twitter channels over the last number of weeks and the pages have been reported to the relevant social platforms. We want to alert the public to this scam and emphasise the importance of exercising caution when encountering such pages.

What to Look Out For:

The fake TFI page may appear legitimate, but it is important to be vigilant. If you come across any social media pages claiming to sell TFI Leap Cards, please refrain from interacting with them, clicking on any links, or sharing personal information.

Fake TFI Leap Card post may look similar to:

Fake TFI Leap Card post

Fake Transport for Ireland Page on Social Media may look like:

Fake TFI Leap Card social media page The fake TFI page may appear legitimate, but it is important to be vigilant. If you come across any social media pages claiming to sell TFI Leap Cards, please refrain from interacting with them, clicking on any links, or sharing personal information.

How to Protect Yourself:

To ensure your safety and security, we advise you to:

  • Avoid Interaction: Do not engage with any posts or messages from these fraudulent pages.
  • Do Not Click Links: Refrain from clicking on any links provided by these pages, as they may lead to malicious websites.
  • Protect Personal Information: Never share sensitive personal information, such as credit card details or identification, with unknown sources online.

Where to Purchase TFI Leap Cards:

For legitimate and secure purchases of TFI Leap Cards, please visit the official TFI Leap Card website.
Here, you can find information on how and where to buy Leap Cards, as well as details on fares, benefits, and more.

Report Suspicious Activity:

If you encounter any suspicious posts or pages claiming to sell TFI Leap Cards, please report them to the platform immediately.
By reporting such activity, you can help protect others from falling victim to this scam.

  1. To report a fake profile (Social Media Page):
    Click the three dots on the right side of the profile
    Click Find Support or Report
    Click Fraud or Scam
  2. To report a Scam post – on social media:
    Click the three dots on the right side of the post
    Click Report Post
    Click Something Else and then click Fraud or Scam

Stay Informed:

Always ensure to verify information from official sources.
For the latest updates and announcements regarding TFI Leap Cards, please refer to our official social media pages and websites.