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08000857133

☎️ 08000857133 👆 is a valid (Free To Call) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by BT. It is part of the phone block 800085 with a prefix of 0800.

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0800 085 7133 Tagged as:

dwp post office department for work and pensions hm government hmrc uk national insurance poca wolverhampton gov

TimeLine of events for phone number 08000857133

  • Invalid input, please provide context
    Jul
    2021
  • Valid helpline from government closing
    Jun
    2021
  • Not a scam; provide bank details
    Jun
    2021
  • DWP requesting bank account change
    May
    2021
  • DWP notification: payment method changes
    May
    2021
  • Dealing with transferring payment accounts
    Feb
    2021
  • Legit number, confirm pension payment
    Jan
    2021
  • Silent call, then disconnected abruptly
    Dec
    2020
  • Possible phone scam, contact police
    Dec
    2020
  • Received suspicious letters with NI number
    Sep
    2020
  • Contact DWP to switch accounts
    Mar
    2020
  • Potential scam with incorrect details
    Oct
    2019
  • Question letter requesting bank details
    Oct
    2019
  • Ignore letter, report bank details
    Oct
    2019
  • Suspected scam letter received today
    Oct
    2019
  • Phone call about pension payment
    Aug
    2019
  • Legitimate request for account changes
    Jul
    2019
  • Suspicious request for bank details
    Jun
    2019
  • Elderly scam warning, do not reply
    May
    2019
  • Verified DWP number for changing
    Jul
    2018
  • Reported issue; avoid replying letter
    Jul
    2018
  • Review inconsistencies in postal letter
    Jul
    2018
  • Received envelope with ambiguous purpose
    May
    2018
  • Inconsistencies in contact information, suspicious
    May
    2018
  • Complaint about letter language, errors
    Apr
    2018
  • Concerns about authenticity of letter
    Mar
    2018
  • Frustrated with repeated scam calls
    Mar
    2018
  • Beware of official-sounding bank letter
    Feb
    2018
  • Refusal to provide personal details
    Jan
    2018
  • No call received, no ring
    Jan
    2018
  • Received DWP letter, possibly scam
    Nov
    2017
  • Suspected scam; avoid responding
    Oct
    2017
  • Warning of suspected scam letter
    Oct
    2017
  • Mother received letter about change
    Jul
    2017
  • Potential scam, use caution advised
    Jun
    2017
  • Repeated suspicious request for bank information
    Jun
    2017
  • Surprising change in benefit information
    May
    2017
  • Questioning authenticity of received letters
    May
    2017
  • Confusion over number legitimacy exists
    Apr
    2017
  • Questionable change in letter frequency
    Apr
    2017
  • User suspects potential scam activity
    Mar
    2017
  • Miscommunication and identity fraud issues
    Mar
    2017
  • Difficulty in updating benefits information
    Mar
    2017
  • Tax credits not being deposited
    Mar
    2017
  • Mistrust and suspicion of scam
    Feb
    2017
  • Warning against potential scam activities
    Jan
    2017
  • Questioning authenticity of a letter
    Dec
    2016
  • Verified legitimate offer, recommended switch
    Nov
    2016
  • Suspicious letter from HM Government
    Nov
    2016
  • Changing account info not scam
    Nov
    2016
  • User questions authenticity of product
    Nov
    2016
  • Questioning legitimacy of address change
    Oct
    2016
  • Beware of potential tax scam
    Oct
    2016
  • Call with questions about letter
    Oct
    2016
  • Suspicious phone number identified as scam
    Oct
    2016
  • Scam operation; verifying account warnings
    Sep
    2016
  • Received strange letter with personal information
    Sep
    2016
  • Bank details given, no problems
    Sep
    2016
  • Call confirmed legit child benefit update
    Sep
    2016
  • Child benefit letter is legitimate
    Sep
    2016
  • Possible scam, avoid providing information
    Aug
    2016
  • Scam or harmful government plan
    Aug
    2016
  • Confusion with ESA contact information
    Jul
    2016
  • Possibly fraudulent government DWP letter
    Jul
    2016
  • Suspicious request for bank details
    Jul
    2016
  • Received letter about potential scam
    Jul
    2016
  • Possible governmental letter scam warning
    Jul
    2016
  • Warning: number used by scammers
    Jul
    2016
  • Problems with incorrect numbers, scam
    Jul
    2016
  • User called, found suspicious numbers
    Jul
    2016
  • Possible scam letter from DWP
    Jun
    2016
  • Question about unknown caller ID
    Jun
    2016
  • Suggests potential benefits agency scam
    May
    2016
  • Warning about DWP scam calls
    May
    2016
  • Beware of scam asking details
    Apr
    2016
  • Warning of benefits agency scam
    Apr
    2016
  • Warning: scam claiming UK government
    Apr
    2016
  • Warning of UK gov scam CALLER247977
    Apr
    2016
  • Inquiring about phone number ownership
    Apr
    2016
  • Suspicious letter asking for bank details
    Feb
    2016
Number Of Searches: 1671 Number Of Comments: 75 First Seen: 21 February 2016 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Burnt Oak(Greater London), Carshalton Beeches(Greater London) and Ryhall(Rutland).

08000857133 has 75 comments of which 12 x positive and 23 x neutral and 40 x negative

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08000857133 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 08000857133 👆 is reported as a contentious number linked to letters requesting recipients to switch from Post Office Card Accounts to regular bank accounts for benefit payments. Some users assert it is genuinely from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or HMRC, referencing official processes as Post Office accounts are being phased out. However, many others highlight inconsistencies such as inaccurate postcodes, unusual return addresses, differing phone numbers from official ones, and poor grammar, leading to strong suspicions of scams. Several recipients, including vulnerable individuals, warn against providing personal or banking information without thorough verification via official government websites or contacting known DWP/HMRC numbers directly. Overall, caution and independent confirmation are strongly advised before responding to correspondence or calls linked to this number.

Reports on phone number 08000857133

5 years
This number aint a scam, I actually work for the helpline. POca's shutting down and folks need to give new bank details so their payments can still be sent. These people wouldve got quite a few letters about this already. The letters come on recycled paper, so they're a kinda off-white shade. The Wolverhampton return address is just for a mail processing centre shared by different government departments.
POcaWolverhampton
5 years
I assure you, this is NOT a scam! I am an employee of this telephone line. POca will soon be closing, and customers must provide their mainstream bank account number and sort code to DWP and/or HMRC. If you fail to do so, you will not be able to receive your payments.
POcaDWPHMRC
5 years
Got a call from DWP saying they’re stopping payments through the post office and want me to set up a bank account instead. Seems like they’re closing that option soon.
Department for Work and Pensions
5 years
This is the DWP reaching out to inform you that your payment method needs updating. Post Office accounts are ending in November, so if you don't set up a bank account, you won't get your benefits anymore. Most people would've got a few letters about this by now but just didn't bother. Best sort it out and open a new account, otherwise you'll miss out on your payments later on.
Department for Work and PensionsPost Office
5 years
That number’s from the DWP - they’re the ones sorting out shifting folks from Post Office Card Accounts over to regular bank accounts. I’d suggest calling the DWP on a different number you find on gov.uk just to be sure before you go ahead.
DWPPost Office Card Accounts
5 years
Rest assured, this is definitely not a scam. All you need to do is visit the authentic website of the Department for Work and Pensions to obtain their contact number. Give them a call, just like I did, and they will confirm that they are indeed modifying the way your pension is being paid. It's as simple as that!
Department for Work and Pensions
6 years
I remained silent, and they did not speak either before abruptly terminating the call.
6 years
0800 0857133 definitely seems dodgy. When are the cops gonna step in?
6 years
Does anyone have the phone number for DWP to switch over from a Post Office account?
DWPPost Office
7 years
Got this letter today and straight away noticed it was a rubbish photocopy. The postcode doesn’t even match Wolverhampton - checked on checkmypostcodeuk and it’s for Stafford Park, Telford, apparently. They’ve got my surname (only the first initial of my first name though) and my NI number. Feels like a dodgy scam to me, so I’m gonna look into it more.
WolverhamptonStafford ParkTelford
7 years
If you’re getting your pension paid to a post office card, why on earth would they ask for your bank details in some ‘official’ letter? If it was legit, they wouldn’t request that kinda info. Best to just ignore it and report it straight away.
Post Office
7 years
If you’re already getting your pension paid onto a post office card, why would they ask for your bank details in a letter claiming to be official? A legit organisation wouldn’t request that sort of info like that. Best to just ignore it and report it as a scam.
7 years
I have just received a letter today, and I strongly believe it is a scam. Could you confirm my suspicions?
7 years
Got a letter last week saying I should ring 08000857133 because they want to put my pension money into a bank account. I just called the Post Office and they said it’s legit but there’s no rush - I don’t have to switch to a bank account until 2021. So, I can keep using my PO card for now.
Post Office
7 years
This is about updating bank details from a post office account, not some kind of scam.
7 years
I received a request for my banking information from this particular phone number.
7 years
My 87-year-old mother received one of these letters, and it is definitely a scam! Please refrain from responding to it.
8 years
This number is from the DWP for switching payments from the post office to a bank account. After seeing the comments, I got a bit worried and double-checked with both my bank and the DWP. Turns out, it’s the real deal.
DWP
8 years
I have recently filed a report, and they are currently investigating it, as they have received numerous similar reports. One of the options they have suggested is making payments directly to a bank. However, if you choose this method, you will need to fill out a form at the post office and then visit the bank to process the transaction. I advise against responding to the letter.
8 years
I rang my local post office and they told me to just ignore the letter. When I had a proper look, the postcodes seemed off. The letter was asking me to switch my payment account from the post office to a bank, which seemed a bit dodgy. Pretty glad I didn’t just take it at face value.
8 years
Just received one of these for a relative. I wouldn’t bother replying since usually the envelopes have ‘DWP’ printed on them from what I’ve seen. This one only mentions customer service to send it back to, which seems odd. Maybe I’m mistaken, but with all the scams these days, it’s understandable if people just ignore this kind of mail.
8 years
The phone number on the letter doesn't match the one from earlier letters, and the postcode's different too. Even though the letter seems official, they want me to give my bank info. I rang the pensions office, but they weren't much use, just said they're telling people to use the bank instead of the post office for payments. They didn't explain why the postcode or number had changed. So, I’m not going to reply to this.
8 years
This is the second letter like this I've come across. If you look up the numbers for DW&P, the one on the letter, 0800 085 7133, isnt actually theirs. Plus, the grammar is pretty bad. For example, when it says how to send the form back: "You can return this form for no charge by using the envelope we'be sent you," it just sounds off and unprofessional. Real businesses dont talk like that. Also, the post office has a proper form you can fill out if you want payments made directly into your bank.
DW & PPost Office
8 years
I am absolutely fed up with this fraudulent activity, so please refrain from calling.
8 years
Just got one of these 'official' letters telling me to switch my account from the post office to a bank. Thing is, I’ve never even had a post office account for any payments! This has to be a scam, although it does look pretty legit and is a smart way to fool people. Be careful if you get a letter like this out of nowhere.
8 years
I’m not giving them my info, this letter showed up for me two times now.
9 years
I did not hear the phone ring.
9 years
I received a letter but I didn't call the number or respond to it. I believe it may be a scam. I've talked to other people who receive benefits and they haven't received a similar letter. It's a good idea to be cautious in situations like these.
9 years
Watch out for this - we reckon it’s a scam too. We checked with our local post office and they said there hasn’t been any update on how benefits or pensions are paid. Plus, the letter I got didn’t have my full name, which is strange because official DWP letters always do. Also, the postcode on the return address, Wolverhampton WV99 2FJ, doesn’t come up on Google Maps. Seems really suspicious to me.
DWP
9 years
My mum received a letter from H M Government showing her National Insurance number, saying her benefits would be moved to a single account within a month. It said the money would be transferred from the post office to a bank account. She called them but only gave her date of birth. They asked what benefits or pension she claimed, but she said she didn't know as she was a bit lost. She didn’t share any other details since I always tell her to never give out personal info.
9 years
I received a letter supposed to be from the DWP, and this number was on it. However, the post office account belongs to my wife, not me, even though the letter was addressed to me. Please be cautious.
DWP
9 years
I've got this letter asking for my bank info for the third time now, but the actual HMG already has all that, so this has gotta be a total SCAM.
HM Government
9 years
I got a letter so I checked gov.uk and switched it over on my child benefit straight away, then sent the letter back explaining I’d updated it through child benefit and given them permission to put all payments into the same account. They should be able to see my bank details from there. So if it’s legit, I’m sorted, but if it’s a scam they won’t be getting a penny from me. I’m curious to see if I get a reply as I asked for one.
govuk
9 years
If it were legit, the phone number would match the one on the official DWP letter confirming your benefit award. I've had three of these calls in the last year and a half and just ignored every single one!
DWP
9 years
Has anyone actually called this number and successfully had their benefits transferred to their bank account? I'm feeling uncertain about what to trust. There are conflicting opinions, with some claims of it being a scam and others saying otherwise. It's difficult to know what's accurate. 🤔
9 years
This is the second time theyve contacted me in half a year, and there’s no mention that they got in touch before. I work at a post office and no one has mentioned any changes to us.
9 years
Are you skeptical about this being a scam?
9 years
Last year I got a letter saying I should switch my benefits over to a bank instead of my post office, but my money still gets paid into my bank not the post office. Today I got another letter telling me the same thing again, but nothing’s been done and they haven’t included my full name on the paperwork.
9 years
I just got a letter telling me that tax credits will no longer be paid into my Post Office account, but the thing is, I don't even get them paid into a Post Office account.
Post Office
9 years
I’m planning to bring my letter down to the nearest job centre. There’s no way anyone’s gonna get hold of my info! Honestly, don’t trust a thing these days, and if it’s some sort of scam, just the idea of them having my NI number makes me proper mad!!
National Insurance
10 years
SCAM ALERT! DO NOT SHARE YOUR INFO WITH THEM!
10 years
The letter actually had my NI number on it, so if it was a scam why would they include that? Seems odd to me.
10 years
I’ve looked into this through an alternate government site, and I can confirm that this phone number and letter are the real deal. It’s essentially an invitation to switch your funds from a post office account before they discontinue those services altogether. Just thought I’d share that in case it’s useful for anyone else!
10 years
I received a correspondence from HM Government requesting my banking information to switch my payments from a post office account to a bank account. This was dated 11th November 2016. I must admit, I have no intention of responding to it. The phone number they provided was the one mentioned earlier. They also included a form to fill out in case one preferred not to make a call, which, I suppose, lends a bit of credibility to the whole affair.
HM Government
10 years
I got a letter telling me to switch my post office account to my bank. I rang them up and gave my bank info. The switch has gone through, so I don't get how this is a scam. If it was dodgy, wouldn't they have wiped out my account? I still have the money in my post office. Now I'm feeling a bit uneasy reading all these other comments.
Post Office
10 years
Is this for real or just a scam?
10 years
Im quite doubtful about this. I got a letter from them saying I should update my details to a bank account since I currently have a post office account. But so far, no money has been paid into my bank account, its still all going to my post office account.
10 years
I’m employed with tax credits. Today my missus got a letter through, but thankfully I spotted it before she sent any info. It’s a scam.
10 years
I rang working tax about that letter n they said its a scam, said they dont send letters sayin your payments stopped or that theyd post a cheque.
10 years
Got a letter from 08000857133, said it was HMRC but I checked and they had no idea about it, total scam.
HMRC
10 years
This seems to be a fraudulent scheme, and anyone denying it must be involved in the scam. The post office has confirmed that they would inform customers if they planned to close their accounts. Additionally, retired individuals who hold accounts with the post office have not been instructed to open bank accounts instead. I have also come across reports of money being taken from those individuals who switched to bank accounts. Perhaps the scammers intentionally do not steal from everyone in order to maintain the appearance of legitimacy as the Department for Work and Pensions.
Department for Work and Pensions
10 years
I got a letter like this today as well, which I thought was quite odd. I don’t get any benefits, and my child benefit is already paid straight into my bank account. Be careful who you share your bank info with. It’s crazy they’re sending these letters out. How did they even get my National Insurance number? Proper worried about it.
10 years
I already shared my bank info, it’s defo not a scam. The money showed up in my account and I haven’t lost anything. Everything seems legit so far.
10 years
i got a letter asking me to update bank info for my child benefit so i rang 03002003310 and spoke with a nice woman at HMRC. she told me the post offices arent used anymore for child benefit and they do need bank details now, so its not a scam. just a heads up, folks!
HMRC
10 years
I received a letter asking for my bank details in order to update my child benefit information. I called 03002003310 and spoke to a helpful lady from HMRC. She confirmed that child benefit payments will no longer be made through post offices and that providing bank details was necessary. It's important to note that this is not a scam, so there's no need to worry.
HMRC
10 years
i received a very formal letter in the post. looked up the number online and ended up here. im on jsa after losing my job at 62. my pension starts in 8 weeks and they said its with the post office with access info. if this is a scam then great but dont reply.
JobseekerAllowance
10 years
Ignore this completely. It could be a potential scam, and even worse, part of a sinister scheme by the Department for Work and Pensions to exploit vulnerable individuals once more.
Department for Work and Pensions
10 years
I rang ESA and they had no clue about the number or the letter.
ESA
10 years
Today, I received a letter requesting a change of bank account details from the post office to a bank. The letter contained a contact number for further assistance.
10 years
Got a call from this number, it came with a letter claiming to be from the govt dwp saying I need to open a bank account. Seems fishy to me, defo not trusting it. I’m planning to report it to the actual dwp just to be safe.
DWP
10 years
I have recently received a letter requesting a change in the method of my benefit payments. This letter prominently displays my National Insurance (NI) number. However, I have been informed that this could be a scam, which raises concerns about how individuals manage to carry out such fraudulent acts without being caught if it is indeed true.
10 years
Beware of this number! I've noticed it's been linked to scam activities, even popping up on official documents aimed at snagging your bank or credit card information. Stay clear!
10 years
Got a letter that looked like it was from the government saying to switch from the post office to a bank, and the address on it matched the one for my PIP interview. Seems like someone’s leaking info. Don’t ring them back or share any info, they’re definitely scammers.
10 years
I didn't get a call from them; I had to ring them myself after they sent me a letter. I've received two letters actually, one had a phone number that isn't real at all, and then the other one mentioned this number here, which they claim is some kind of scam.
10 years
They didnt call me, i had to ring them after gettin a letter. Ive got two letters, one with a phone number that aint real and this one here which they claim is some kind of scam.
10 years
Caution should be exercised if you receive a letter from the DWP/Tax Credits requesting your bank account information, as it may be a possible scam. The DWP has no knowledge of the letter or the associated phone number. Please exercise caution and remain vigilant.
DWP
10 years
Anyone know who rang from 7?
10 years
Got a call from someone pretending to be with the benefits office, total scam.
10 years
this is a total scam - definitely not from the dwp. dont pick up. best to report it to citizens advice or your local job centre.
DWPCitizens Advice
10 years
dodgy caller asking for bank info. watch out!
10 years
This number is definitely a scam, pretending to be from the benefits office, telling you to set up a new account to keep getting benefits. After that, the fraudsters just drain all the money from it.
10 years
scam alert- this number pretends to be from the UK government, like HM government, saying you owe money from tax credit overpayments. they call from an 0800 number but it’s actually a premium rate line. watch out!
UKHM Revenue and Customs
10 years
Beware! This phone number is associated with a fraudulent operation posing as the UK Government, specifically HM Government. They’re trying to con you into repaying funds for alleged overpayments of tax credits. They even throw in an 0800 number that ultimately redirects you to a premium rate line. Stay vigilant, folks! - caller: 08000857133
UKHM Government
10 years
Do you have any idea who might be the owner of this number?
10 years
I reckon this number may well be a scam. I got a dodgy letter from HM Government requesting my bank details to supposedly transfer funds. Do yourself a favour and just steer clear of it!
HM Government

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