Ticket warning issued ahead of Taylor Swift’s sold out Irish concerts

Bank of Ireland has issued a warning about purchasing tickets for Taylor Swift’s Dublin concert.

The bank has highlighted potential fraudulent activity surrounding the resale of tickets, due to the incredibly high demand. 

Issuing a warning today, the bank calls on customers to remain vigilant and only purchase resale tickets through a reputable source. The bank is also warning against buying tickets being advertised on social media. These posts often encourage a bank transfer payment before receiving any tickets, which can be dangerous and offers little protection to customers.

According to the Journal, Bank of Ireland says “Be wary of deals that are too good to be true or it could be a Cruel Summer – the scammers are Guilty as Sin.”

If you’re desperately trying to get your hands on some tickets, here’s what you need to watch out for:

• If the price seems too low- Is it too good to be true? Probably!
• Seller wants a quick sale- You’re being pressured into making a quick decision
• You can’t see the tickets before you buy
• Social media ads- Companies advertising tickets may not always be legit

Taylor Swift is set to play three sold-out Dublin concerts in Dublin this weekend (via Getty)

Head of Fraud at Bank of Ireland, Nicola Sadlier, warns Swifties “If something sounds too good to be true, it’s probably fraud.”

“Fraudsters are hoping your heart will overrule your head,” Sadlier says. “They are counting on people being so keen to see their favourite artist play that they ignore the warning signs and take a chance even if it sounds too good to be true.”

She says “Never, ever take that chance.”

For more information on reporting fraud, head here.