Authorities have issued a public warning over a fraudulent website posing as Sri Lanka’s official fuel pass platform, urging citizens to avoid using the link https://fuelpassgovlk.online under any circumstances.
The website is not affiliated with any government institution and is suspected to be part of an online scam designed to collect sensitive personal information, including NIC numbers, vehicle details, and contact data.
Fake web site: https://fuelpassgovlk.online
Official Website: https://fuelpass.gov.lk
What is the risk?
Cybersecurity experts warn that fake portals like this are often used for:
- Identity theft
- Financial fraud
- Unauthorized access to personal accounts
- Data harvesting for future scams
Users who enter their details into such sites may unknowingly expose themselves to serious security risks.
How to identify official websites
Officials advise the public to verify websites before entering any personal information. Key indicators of legitimate government platforms include:
- Official domains ending in “.gov.lk”
- Verified announcements through trusted government channels
- Secure website connections (HTTPS with valid certificates)
Any variation or unfamiliar domain should be treated with caution.
What you should do
- Do not visit or register on the fake website
- Do not share personal or vehicle information on unverified platforms
- Report suspicious links to relevant authorities
- Inform family and friends to prevent further spread
Stay alert
With the increasing number of digital services, scams targeting public systems are also rising. Authorities stress that public awareness is the strongest defense against such cyber threats.
Citizens are strongly encouraged to rely only on official government announcements and verified platforms when accessing fuel-related services.
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