Scam phone numbers in Latvia

Recent published dangerous-call reports and source-backed warnings. Caller ID can be spoofed, so these do not prove wrongdoing by the number’s owner.

Fake bank and Smart-ID calls

A caller may pose as a bank employee and ask you to approve a Smart-ID request or disclose PINs. Do not approve an action you did not initiate, and contact the bank using its officially published number.

Direct source

Smart-ID security guidance on scams · publication date not stated · checked: 2026-09-25
Bank of Latvia warning about fraudulent calls · published 2023-10-05; updated 2023-10-06 · checked: 2026-09-25

Utility company scammers

In 2025, CERT.LV and Sadales tīkls described scams using meter inspection or replacement as a pretext to obtain data, money or access to a home.

Direct source

CERT.LV monthly cyber-threat review · September 2025 · checked: 2026-09-25
Sadales tīkls warning about meter-replacement scams · published 2025-12-02 · checked: 2026-09-25

Spoofed caller ID

The Bank of Latvia and the State Police warn that a spoofed institution number can appear on screen. The displayed number does not by itself verify the caller's identity.

Direct source

Bank of Latvia guidance on spoofed caller ID · published 2022-07-11 · checked: 2026-09-25
State Police guidance on caller ID spoofing · published 2022-08-30 · checked: 2026-09-25

Latvian number ranges

SPRK's standard eight-digit plan includes the 2, 6, 70/71, 78, 80, 81 and 90 ranges. A prefix describes the service class, not the caller's identity or safety.

Direct source

SPRK explanation of Latvia's numbering plan · publication date not stated · checked: 2026-09-25
Bank of Latvia guidance on spoofed caller ID · published 2022-07-11 · checked: 2026-09-25

Fake bank and Smart-ID calls

Utility company scammers

Spoofed caller ID

Latvian number ranges

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