Do you think this is real?

jojogirly

Just received the following,  my mail account says its from a mailing list and I am a bit dubious about sending passport and bank statement?
I cant find the competition in search to see if I entered - but I don't really get on with the new search.
Do you think it's real?  Thanks 

Congratulations! You've won a Nintendo Switch Lite!

Recently you entered our competition in association with GAMESRADAR+ PRESENTS... The Ultimate Guide To Nintendo 2019/2020.

We're now pleased to announce that you have won a Nintendo Switch Lite.

To claim your prize simply email your details to (I removed the email) with the following details; we will need your Name, Address you wish it to be posted to, proof of age (passport or driving license) and a bill or bank statement with proof of your address.  

Thank you for entering and congratulations.

couriervanman

Do you really need to ask

Bigboytyson

Nobody would ask for a bank statement or passport or driving licence details, this sound and probably is a scam sorry xx

bluesooz

asking for a bank statement would definitely ring alarm bells

however for info, I think this is the comp it is referring  to:    https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6070392/e-15-01-win-a-trip-to-the-super-nintendo-world-theme-park-in-tokyo-japan  which ended in january.  You could email the sites running it to ask and let them know if this is a scam

mjm3346

To enter you needed to upload a unique code from the back cover of guide did you do this?

cooldude255220

bluesooz said:

asking for a bank statement would definitely ring alarm bells

however for info, I think this is the comp it is referring  to:    https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6070392/e-15-01-win-a-trip-to-the-super-nintendo-world-theme-park-in-tokyo-japan  which ended in january.  You could email the sites running it to ask and let them know if this is a scam

The terms and conditions state:

18. The promoter reserves the right to verify all entries and the winners, including, but not limited to, age and eligibility to enter, and to refuse to award the prizes, or withdraw prize entitlement, where there are reasonable grounds to believe there has been a breach of these terms and conditions or any instructions forming part of this promotions entry requirements.

I'm minded to think they're asking for proof of age and eligibility to enter (i.e. that you live in the UK), and that it could be genuine. 

Chyna-s

Sigh, did you enter the competition?  If so then yes, if not then no.  Simple.

jojogirly

Chyna-s said:

Sigh, did you enter the competition?  If so then yes, if not then no.  Simple.

As I said I couldn't find the competition.  Thanks for your help.  Sigh. 
Thank you to everyone else.  I will email the site directly to ask them if this is legitimate, not holding my breath though.  

couriervanman

jojogirly said:

Chyna-s said:

Sigh, did you enter the competition?  If so then yes, if not then no.  Simple.

As I said I couldn't find the competition.  Thanks for your help.  Sigh. 
Thank you to everyone else.  I will email the site directly to ask them if this is legitimate, not holding my breath though.  

"I will email the site directly to ask them if this is legitimate".......and of course they will say yes

mjm3346

jojogirly said:

Chyna-s said:

Sigh, did you enter the competition?  If so then yes, if not then no.  Simple.

As I said I couldn't find the competition.  Thanks for your help.  Sigh. 
Thank you to everyone else.  I will email the site directly to ask them if this is legitimate, not holding my breath though.  

Did you do this? (as unique codes were required for more than one competition I doubt there would be an official one that did not need a code)

mjm3346 said:

To enter you needed to upload a unique code from the back cover of guide did you do this?

jojogirly

 couriervanman said:

jojogirly said:

Chyna-s said:

Sigh, did you enter the competition?  If so then yes, if not then no.  Simple.

As I said I couldn't find the competition.  Thanks for your help.  Sigh. 
Thank you to everyone else.  I will email the site directly to ask them if this is legitimate, not holding my breath though.  

"I will email the site directly to ask them if this is legitimate".......and of course they will say yes

I believe GamesRadar has run many competitions which have been posted on here,  I will contact their customer service via their website and not via the email received.