Help after a romance
or relationship scam

Someone you trusted may have asked for help with an emergency, travel, an investment or another convincing story. If you believe the relationship was used to persuade you to send money, you can explain what happened through the initial assessment.

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You can start without gathering every document. If your enquiry goes forward, payment records and other evidence will help with the assessment.

The initial check is free. If your claim succeeds, Consumer Rights Solicitors charges 15-30% plus VAT of compensation awarded, equivalent to 18-36% including VAT at the current standard rate. The applicable fee and terms are explained before you instruct the firm. Our fees

Romance scams

What matters in a romance scam

1

Explain the relationship and the requests for money

The useful facts are how contact began, what you were told and how the requests changed. A relationship scam can overlap with investment or crypto fraud. Choose the closest situation; you do not need to know the technical label.
2

Record the payments as well as the total

Tell us the actual amounts, original payment method and dates, including any refunds. A few large transfers and many small payments spread over time can require different assessment. The total loss alone does not decide suitability.
3

Keep what you can and ask for help if needed

Messages, profile details, requests for payment, transaction records and bank responses can help explain the case. You can discuss gaps with the team. If you need a different way to communicate or help completing the form, contact us.
Simple process

Start with a clear next step

1

Answer the initial questions

Tell us what happened and how you paid so we can check whether further assessment may be appropriate.

2

Understand the outcome

Your enquiry may go to assessment, need specialist review, or receive guidance on another next step. Screening does not guarantee acceptance.

3

Prepare for the conversation

Where offered, you can add more information and payment records to help prepare for your assessment. This is optional and can be completed later.

Legal representation begins only if Consumer Rights Solicitors accepts the case and you agree to its terms.

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Fees

Understand the costs before deciding

Fees

The initial check is free. If your claim succeeds, Consumer Rights Solicitors charges 15-30% plus VAT of compensation awarded, equivalent to 18-36% including VAT at the current standard rate. The applicable fee and terms are explained before you instruct the firm. UndoFraud does not charge you for using its enquiry service and receives a referral fee from Consumer Rights Solicitors.

You have a choice

You can make a complaint to your bank or payment provider yourself. Where eligible, you can also ask the Financial Ombudsman Service to consider it for free. Using our managed service is optional.

Questions and answers

Start with the initial questions. Relevant communications may help later; use the preparation route for documents.

Understand the next step for your situation

Start with the initial questions so we can understand what happened and whether further assessment may be appropriate.

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