Complete British identities are being packaged and sold on the dark web for as little as £30, exposing thousands to severe fraud risks, a new investigation has uncovered.
What's Inside a £30 Identity Package?
The anti-money laundering group AMLTRIX discovered a thriving illicit marketplace where criminals trade in stolen British lives. For a meagre sum, buyers can purchase so-called "identity packages" containing a frightening array of personal documents.
These packages frequently include scanned national identity documents, driving licences, and even credit card details. More alarmingly, UK passports, some branded as "frequent traveller" documents, are being offered for up to £2,000. The research also found hacked UK Amazon accounts listed for an average of £15 and Netflix login details for around £10.
How Criminals Profit from Your Stolen Data
This stolen information is not just collected; it is actively weaponised to commit serious financial crimes. Fraudsters use the data to apply for credit cards, secure mortgages, obtain car loans, and open new bank accounts.
Particularly valuable are fully verified UK business bank accounts, which can fetch prices as high as £2,000 on the dark web. The report also noted the availability of counterfeit Bank of England banknotes, illustrating the breadth of illegal activity.
A Direct Link to Everyday Cybercrime
Experts are issuing stark warnings that these dark web markets are intrinsically linked to the rise in cybercrime affecting ordinary Britons. Stolen data can be used repeatedly, often without the victim's knowledge, leading to prolonged identity fraud and significant financial loss.
The findings, published on Thursday 15 January 2026, highlight a critical vulnerability. They follow related incidents, including the leak of hundreds of passwords linked to government departments on similar platforms. This underground economy makes it frighteningly simple for criminals to assume another person's identity, with devastating consequences for the victims' financial health and personal security.
