{"id":11528,"date":"2025-10-09T07:13:11","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T07:13:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/?p=11528"},"modified":"2026-03-03T18:08:17","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T18:08:17","slug":"false-sureties-how-to-recognize-them-avoid-scams-and-defend-yourself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/en\/false-sureties-how-to-recognize-them-avoid-scams-and-defend-yourself\/","title":{"rendered":"False Sureties: How to Recognize Them, Avoid Scams, and Defend Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The phenomenon of false sureties (fideiussioni false) is rapidly growing in Italy: it&#8217;s estimated that hundreds of millions of euros in counterfeit policies circulate every year. This is a huge risk that can affect both companies and private individuals.<br> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, you will find practical tools, checklists, and real-life cases to protect yourself from scams and defend your interests.<br><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-55c85d99\">\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id11528_26157e-f0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id11528_26157e-f0 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id11528_26157e-f0 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id11528_26157e-f0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{color:#00397d;font-size:1.2em;line-height:30px;font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id11528_26157e-f0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list .kb-table-of-contents__entry:hover{color:#3bbff0;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id11528_26157e-f0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-size:1em;}}<\/style>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is a False Surety?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A false surety is a guarantee that is counterfeit or issued by an unauthorized company. It should not be confused with a surety that is simply invalid (for example, because it does not meet the requirements of a tender).<br>\n  <br>\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The risks are extremely high: in addition to financial damage, you incur very serious legal and reputational consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-00885037\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57\"]{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7425_6516f2-57\">Contact us directly online <strong>for an immediate response<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/en\/sedi\/\">or call one of our nearest offices<\/a>. <strong>Tel. <a href=\"tel:+39055285313\">+39 055 28.53.13 <\/a> \u2013Tel. <a href=\"tel:+390266712417\">+39 02 667.124.17<\/a><\/strong> <br><strong>Email : <a>info@italiafideiussioni.it<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7425_a9c7ba-91\">You can also contact us via<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"33\" height=\"32\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1056\" src=\"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/WhatsApp_Logo_6.png\" alt=\"\"> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/+393397150157\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WhatsApp: +39 339 71.50.157<\/a><\/strong> send a message, and we will respond during office hours, <strong>within 5 minutes.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Most Common Signs of a Counterfeit Surety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some red flags you should not ignore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Extremely low price.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immediate issuance with no document request.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use of fake websites or PEC (Certified Email) addresses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of registration with IVASS (Institute for the Supervision of Insurance) or the Bank of Italy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to Verify a Surety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are all the tips from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/en\/counterfeit-insurance-guarantees-how-to-protect-yourself-from-fraud\/\">ANAC (National Anti-Corruption Authority) <\/a>to protect yourself from fraud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To protect yourself, always perform preventive checks:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reference Authorities: IVASS, Bank of Italy, or foreign supervisory bodies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Required Documents: IVASS registration number, stamp, and legal representative&#8217;s signature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Best practice: Contact the insurance company directly, not the contact details indicated on the document.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/come-verificare-fideiussione-compagnia-straniera\/\">verify a surety issued by a foreign company<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image11528_81e36a-10 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image11528_81e36a-10 size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/checklist-antifrode-fideiussioni.jpg\" alt=\"checklist antifrode\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-11536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/checklist-antifrode-fideiussioni.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/checklist-antifrode-fideiussioni-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/checklist-antifrode-fideiussioni-768x530.jpg 768w, 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c=document.createElement(\"script\");c.src=e,document.body.appendChild(c)}(\"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php?action=brb_embed&brb_collection_id=3943&brb_callback=brb_\"+(new Date).getTime());<\/script>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQ &#8211; How to Recognize a False Surety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id11528_11b735-0d .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id11528_11b735-0d .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:0px solid transparent;border-bottom:0px solid transparent;border-left:0px solid transparent;background:#ffffff;padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id11528_11b735-0d > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > 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kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane11528_f11415-0a\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>How do I verify if a surety is authentic?<br><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>To verify the authenticity of a surety, you must check that the issuing company is authorized by IVASS. You can do this on the official IVASS website, in the &#8220;Elenchi imprese&#8221; (List of Companies) section.<br> <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane11528_9dc358-d5\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>What documents must be present in a valid surety policy?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>An authentic policy must include the company&#8217;s name, IVASS registration, the guaranteed amount, the duration, the signature, and the stamp.<br><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane11528_b92851-12\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong>Who issues false sureties?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>False policies are often issued by unauthorized intermediaries or self-proclaimed agencies that act illegally, promising unrealistic conditions.<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane11528_a68a16-55\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong><strong>Where can I find the list of authorized companies?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>The official list is published by IVASS.<br><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane11528_322690-de\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>What is the difference between an invalid policy and a false policy?<br><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>An invalid policy may be issued by an authorized company but fails to comply with the tender&#8217;s requirements. A false policy, on the other hand, is counterfeit or belongs to unauthorized subjects.<br> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a counterfeit policy, even unknowingly, can lead to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exclusion from public tender procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss of the provisional bond<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal complaints.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane11528_c88116-b2\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Are prices that are too low a sign of a scam?<br><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes, rock-bottom prices are often linked to fake policies.<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane11528_4d7ab0-77\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>What should I do if I suspect a false surety?<br><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Keep all documentation, immediately notify IVASS, and contact a specialized lawyer.<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane11528_33787f-50\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Can I participate in a tender with secure guarantees?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes, by relying on operators who issue policies from authorized companies. Find out more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italiafideiussioni.it\/en\/insurance-surety-for-public-contracts\/provisional-guarantee-provisional-surety-for-tender-competitions\/\">Provisional Surety<\/a> <br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-708eea3c gb-headline-text\"><strong>Real Cases and Official Warnings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Case study 1: The Visenta Case<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Case study 2: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ivass.it\/consumatori\/proteggi\/index.html?dotcache=refresh\">IVASS Warnings on Unauthorized Companies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-4875de17 gb-headline-text\"><strong>Checklist for Recognizing an Authentic Policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An authentic surety policy must have:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Authorized issuing company.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IVASS registration number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal signature and official stamp.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firma legale e timbro ufficiale.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Price proportionate to the guaranteed amount.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-20dddec8 gb-headline-text\"><strong>What to Do if You Suspect a Scam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep all documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immediately contact IVASS (toll-free number 800-486661).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consult a specialized lawyer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>False sureties represent a concrete danger, but recognizing them is possible. The best defense is preventive verification.<br> <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b92d1463\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-795acbf2 gb-headline-text\"><b>Do you have doubts about the validity of a surety bond?<\/b><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a8614207 gb-headline-text\">Trust our experts; we&#8217;ll help you get a secure guarantee from authorized companies.<br><b>Request a free, no-obligation quote now. 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