If an email, call or video claiming to be from a UAE government body has recently caught your attention, authorities want you to pause before responding. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) has issued a public warning about fraudulent emails circulating online that falsely claim to be from the ministry, urging recipients to download files, click links or hand over personal information. The ministry confirmed the messages misuse its name and official branding to steal data and enable online fraud.
UAE Authorities Warn Public Against AI Deepfake Scams
With the rise of deepfake technology, some videos, audio recordings, or images may appear real while being designed to deceive you and encourage you to share your personal information or transfer money.
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— وزارة الموارد البشرية والتوطين (@MOHRE_UAE) September 23, 2026
This comes as UAE authorities more broadly step up warnings around AI-driven scams. The country’s cybersecurity bodies have flagged that deepfake technology, AI tools capable of realistically replicating a real person’s voice, face and mannerisms, is advancing rapidly, making it easier for fraudsters to impersonate officials, executives and even trusted contacts.
Why This Matters Now
Authorities note that scammers increasingly combine urgency with a veneer of authority: a call claiming your account will be frozen, a video that looks like it’s from a known official, or an email formatted exactly like a real government communication. The goal is always the same, to pressure people into acting before they think to verify.
Also Read: Sharjah Police Reveal Surge In AI Deepfake Scams Targeting Residents
How To Protect Yourself
Residents are urged to:
- Never click links or download attachments from unsolicited emails, even if they carry an official-looking logo.
- Verify any communication independently through the organisation’s official website or hotline, not through contact details provided in the suspicious message itself.
- Be sceptical of urgency: legitimate authorities rarely demand immediate action or threaten instant account freezes.
If you receive a suspicious email or call, report it to the relevant authority as soon as possible. MOHRE and other UAE authorities are constantly reminding residents to stay alert and understand what to look out for to avoid increasing scams.
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FAQs
What did MOHRE warn about?
Fraudulent emails falsely using the ministry's name and logo to trick recipients into sharing personal information or clicking malicious links.
What is a deepfake scam?
It's the use of AI to fake a person's voice, face or video to impersonate someone trustworthy, such as an official or executive, to commit fraud.