How to use the message checker
- In Who sent it?, type the number or name the message came from, for example
8171or0300…. - Paste or type the message itself. English, Roman Urdu and Urdu all work.
- Press Check message. You will see either no common scam signs, be careful, or very likely a scam, with the reasons.
The check runs entirely in your browser. The message is not sent to Haqdaar or anyone else.
What the checker looks for
| Warning sign | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Sender is not 8171 | Real BISP SMS come only from the short code 8171 |
| Asks for a fee or money | BISP never charges for registration, the survey or a payment |
| Asks for a PIN, OTP or code | Codes give access to your wallet or SIM |
| Mentions a JazzCash or Easypaisa transfer | Scammers ask victims to send money by wallet |
| Contains a link not on bisp.gov.pk | Fake sites steal CNIC and wallet details |
| Prize, lucky draw or "inaam" | BISP has no lucky draws |
| Asks you to call or WhatsApp a private number | BISP's helpline is 0800-26477 |
Examples
Likely scam: "Mubarak ho! Aap ki BISP 25000 ki raqam mnzoor ho gayi hai. Processing fee 1500 is number par Easypaisa karein 0301xxxxxxx." This has a private sender, a fee, a wallet transfer and an unrealistic amount.
Looks genuine: an SMS from 8171 telling you a payment has been credited to your account, with no request for money, codes or calls.
Even when no warning signs are found, the safest step is to check your status yourself with the 8171 check by CNIC, not through a link in a message.
If the message is a scam
- Do not reply, click links or call the number.
- Never send money or share a code.
- Report it on the BISP helpline 0800-26477 and on the Pakistan Citizen Portal.
- If you already lost money, contact your wallet provider immediately and report it to the FIA Cyber Crime Wing.
Learn the common scripts in how to spot fake BISP messages and agents.
Frequently asked questions
How can I check if a BISP message is fake?
Check the sender (real messages come only from 8171) and look for requests for money, codes, links or private phone numbers. This tool checks these signs automatically.
Does BISP send messages on WhatsApp?
BISP's payment messages come by SMS from 8171. Treat WhatsApp messages about BISP money as suspicious.
Is a message from 8171 always safe?
Messages from 8171 are official. Still, BISP never asks you to send money or share a PIN or OTP. If any message asks for that, do not do it.
Does this tool save my message?
No. The check runs on your phone in the browser, and nothing is sent or stored.
Last reviewed 10 Nov 2026 by the Haqdaar editorial team against bisp.gov.pk and BISP press releases.
Haqdaar is an independent guide, not BISP. This tool gives an estimate or a warning only. Confirm with the official helpline 0800-26477 or 8171.bisp.gov.pk.
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