This number claims to be from the Australian Federal Police. Likely a scam.
Australian mobile
0483 131 398Who called from 0483 131 398?
Bad callAnswer it? Bad call.
3 people have reported 0483 131 398. 3 (100%) say it's a bad call - most often reported as scam text (SMS). It was first reported 6 Nov 2026 and most recently .
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Score
- Reports
- 3
- Bad calls
- 3
- Lookups
- 1
- Last report
What people say 0483 131 398 is
100% Bad call
3 reports are about text messages, 0 about calls.
Summary
People report messages instructing them to contact the Australian Federal Police. These are regarded as suspicious.
3 reports about 0483 131 398
Received a message telling me to contact the AFP. Suspicious.
Says to contact Australian Federal Police. Sounds like a scam.
What to do if 0483 131 398 calls
- Don't answer - or hang up. Don't press any keys, don't say "yes", and never read out a code sent to your phone.
- Don't call back. Calling back confirms your number is live and it gets sold on.
- Never tap a link in a text from this number. Go to the real website or app yourself.
- Block it - how to block a number on iPhone, Android and landlines.
- Report it to Scamwatch, and here on BadCall so others are warned.
- Lost money or gave details? Call your bank now, then IDCARE on 1800 595 160. What to do if you've been scammed.
Questions about 0483 131 398
Who called me from 0483 131 398?
Nobody who reported 0483 131 398 has said who the caller claimed to be. 3 reports describe it as scam text (SMS).
Is 0483 131 398 a scam?
Its BadCall Score is 87/100 (bad call), from 3 reports: 3 bad call, 0 not sure and 0 safe. Reports are people's own experiences, not verified facts.
Where is 0483 131 398 from?
0483 131 398 is an Australian mobile number. Mobiles aren't linked to a place and can be moved between carriers, so the number alone can't tell you where the caller is.
How do I block 0483 131 398?
On an iPhone open Recents, tap ⓘ next to the number and choose Block this Caller. On Android open the Phone app, tap the number in your call history and choose Block (or Block / report spam). Full instructions for every phone and landline.
How do I report 0483 131 398?
Use the form on this page - it's free, anonymous and takes 30 seconds. If it was a scam, also report it to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au). If you lost money or shared bank details, call your bank straight away.