Top tips to follow to avoid becoming victims of Visa Immigration Scams
by UK Immigration Lawyers in India
Published on: 02 Dec 2021
Reading time: Approx 6 mins
Here are some tips to keep in mind so you don’t fall for immigration frauds and scams
The website or social media pages of the fraudsters will resemble those of the actual brands/companies
The address of the head office/, branch does not match the head office/branch address on the actual company websites.
In case you are suspicious, make sure to not
Make sure the company offering the job is genuine, by doing a background check on the company, asking for references, cross-checking the website from independent sources and the social media pages, looking for client testimonials on independent platforms like Google reviews, Trust pilot, etc…
Conclusion
Beware of falling for any tricks! There are many visa and immigration fraud activities going on, but being mindful of two things can help you avoid becoming a victim.
- Be vigilant to spot a scam
- Make sure not to provide any sensitive details like a passport number or banking details
We at SmartMove2UK, have heard several clients’ experiences of such scams and how they can now filter the real immigration experts. We keep all advice and correspondence in writing and follow all protocols involved. If you suspect being attacked by immigration scammers, consult us!
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