Now Reading: Dubai Police warn Telangana youth against fake visa scams
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Dubai Police warn Telangana youth against fake visa scams
Dubai Police have issued a warning to job seekers, particularly Telangana youth, against fraudulent visa and employment offers circulating on social media and messaging apps. The Anti-Fraud Centre at the Dubai Police's…
Dubai Police have issued a warning to job seekers, particularly Telangana youth, against fraudulent visa and employment offers circulating on social media and messaging apps. The Anti-Fraud Centre at the Dubai Police's General Department of Criminal Investigation said scammers promise guaranteed jobs or visa sponsorships with no legal basis, often demanding upfront payments.
The warning, part of the 'Be Aware of Fraud' campaign, urges people to submit all visa applications only through authorised and legally licensed agencies. It emphasised verifying any visa-related offers exclusively through official channels and avoiding transactions with intermediaries or unreliable sources.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Telangana has a large pool of semi-skilled and skilled workers who migrate to Gulf countries, making them a frequent target for recruitment fraud. Under Indian law, emigration for certain job categories requires clearance from the Protector of Emigrants, a process that legal recruiters follow but scammers bypass. The key risk is financial: victims lose deposits paid for non-existent visas and are sometimes stranded abroad without legal status. The next step for anyone receiving such an offer is to check the company's licence on Dubai's official economic department portal or with the Indian embassy before transferring any money.
Source: telanganatoday.com
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