In a serious and timely public advisory, the German Embassy in Kathmandu has issued a multilingual notice warning about compromised contact information being circulated online. According to the Embassy, telephone numbers listed under its name on google.de—including those for calls and WhatsApp—have been manipulated by unknown third parties.

The Embassy confirmed that these unofficial numbers redirect callers to a third-party service provider who charges a fee for assistance. Labeling it clearly as a scam, the Embassy is urging the public to avoid using those numbers and instead rely solely on the official phone number: +977 1 421 7200.

The Embassy has acknowledged the inconvenience this may cause and assured that efforts are being made to resolve the issue. In a statement posted in Nepali, English, and German, the mission emphasized its commitment to transparency and security in diplomatic communications.

This situation not only highlights the vulnerability of digital platforms when it comes to authentic contact information, but also serves as a stark reminder of the growing risks associated with online fraud. At a time when citizens increasingly rely on search engines for essential contacts, such manipulations can have real consequences—both financially and emotionally.

Until the problem is rectified, individuals seeking consular services from the German Embassy in Nepal are strongly encouraged to verify phone numbers directly through official government or embassy websites and refrain from using third-party platforms for critical information.

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