The fraudsters claim to represent Iranian authorities and contact shipowners in the strait, Greek Marisks said, according to Reuters.
"The messages are fabricated," the company said, stating that they do not come from Iranian authorities.
"After we provide the documents and assess your eligibility, we will determine the fee to be paid in cryptocurrency. Only then will your vessel be able to pass the strait unhindered at the predetermined time," reads one of the fraudulent messages, according to Marisks.
Reuters has not been able to confirm the information and has sought comment from representatives of the Iranian regime.
