Loan sharks are illegal moneylenders who often charge very high interest rates. You can check if a company is authorised to lend money and report loan sharks anonymously.
Check if a lender is registered
You can search the Financial Services Register for companies and individuals authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
FCA
Telephone: 0800 111 6768
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
Saturday, 9am to 1pm
Report a loan shark
If you spot a loan shark or you have borrowed money from one you can report them anonymously.
Illegal Money Lending Team
Report a loan shark online
Telephone: 0300 555 2222
24-hour service
Text a report to 07860 022 116
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