Is New York DFS fraud?

• Subscription Services: Users may see charges related to various subscription services that require licensing through the New York State Department of Financial Services.
• Insurance Premiums: Charges for insurance products, including health, auto, or home insurance, often go through the DFS for regulation.
• Loan Processing Fees: Fees associated with loans, including personal, auto, or mortgage loans, can be processed through the DFS.
• Financial Services Charges: Costs from financial institutions governed by the DFS, such as banks and credit unions.
• Fraudulent Charges: Some users report unauthorized charges appearing as DFS fees, leading to investigations.
• Licensing Fees: Fees for obtaining or renewing professional licenses that are processed through the DFS.
• Debt Collection Services: Charges related to debt collection may also be funneled through the DFS if the service is regulated in New York.
• Legal Fees: Charges that arise from claims or legal services associated with financial matters regulated by the DFS.

If you see this charge and aren’t expecting it, you have various options.

First, try to contact the dfs.ny.gov via one of the support methods we listed below and inquire about the charge. See if they will refund it and cancel any associated subscriptions you might have.

If the dfs.ny.gov refused to issue a refund or you cannot get in touch with the company, call your bank or financial institution and open a credit card dispute. Record screenshot evidence from your prior conversations with dfs.ny.gov, and use that to open your credit card dispute. Tell your bank or credit card issuer that you do not recognize the charge and do not recall signing up for the service.

If this sounds like too much of a hassle, you can have Chargeback do it for you.

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