Scam help in Kota Bharu
Wherever you are in Kota Bharu, the first hours are what matter most.
Updated 2026-09-22 · Independent resource. Legal review pending.
If you were scammed in Kota Bharu
The first steps are the same across Malaysia, and the official channels are national. Start with those, then read the guide for your type of scam.
Kota Bharu is the Kelantan state capital, close to the Thai border and known for its traditional crafts and markets.
First response after a scam, Call NSRC 997, Make a police report.
Where a claim in Kelantan is handled
Civil claims in Kelantan are filed in the Kelantan courts, and the Kelantan High Court sits in Kota Bharu. Scam and commercial fraud reports go to the Commercial Crime Investigation Department of the Royal Malaysia Police, and urgent cases to the National Scam Response Centre on 997.
Common scams and the ways back: Civil claim against a scammer.
Two situations we see around Kota Bharu
A trading scheme offers cheap imported goods from across the Thai border and collects payment upfront, then the goods never arrive.
A wholesaler offers a small trader a bulk batik or handicraft order at a low price, asks for payment first, and never delivers.
If your money left an account in Kota Bharu, tell us what happened on WhatsApp and we will help you see the realistic next step.
Common questions
Do I need a lawyer based in Kota Bharu?
Not necessarily. Scam recovery in Malaysia runs through national channels and the Kelantan courts, so a qualified lawyer can help you wherever you are. Acting early and keeping your evidence matter more than the office location.
Where do I report a scam in Kota Bharu?
Report at any police station and to the Commercial Crime Investigation Department, and call the National Scam Response Centre on 997 as soon as you can, especially if the transfer was recent.
Which court would handle my claim?
A civil claim is filed in the Kelantan courts according to the amount involved, and the Kelantan High Court sits in Kota Bharu.
If your money left an account in Kota Bharu, tell us what happened on WhatsApp and we will help you see the realistic next step.