As the tax filing deadline approaches, authorities have issued warnings about a surge in phishing scams targeting taxpayers. Reports indicate that emails and SMS messages are being sent to potential victims, luring them to fake tax office websites. The police have cautioned the public against these deceptive communications, which often request sensitive financial information. In the United States, the IRS has reiterated that it will never ask for payments via gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers. Similar warnings have been issued in Europe, where agencies like ANAF are being impersonated in these scams. Taxpayers are advised to be vigilant and familiarize themselves with preventative measures to avoid falling victim to these fraudulent schemes.