🇰🇷 South Korea Scam Alerts
Verified patterns affecting immigrants in South Korea. Read red flags before you send money or documents.
⚡ Quick Answer
Scammers often imitate officials and employers. Cross-check every fee request against South Korea government sources and licensed advisors.
MigrantIQ scam database.
Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge
Some agents overcharge newcomers for translations, notarisation, apostilles, or courier services for Korea, Rep., and may produce documents that are not accepted by official authorities.
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Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee
Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents and claim you must pay a special fee to enter Korea, Rep., avoid questioning, release documents, or fast-track border checks.
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Fake University or Scholarship Letter
Fraudsters offer admission, scholarships, or student visa packages for Korea, Rep. through unofficial agents. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that fail verification during visa processing.
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Rental Deposit Before Viewing or Contract
Scammers advertise fake apartments in Korea, Rep., pressure newcomers to transfer a deposit before viewing, and disappear after sending a fake lease or copied property photos.
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Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee
Fraudsters send fake job offers for Korea, Rep., then ask applicants to pay for work permits, medicals, insurance, accommodation, courier fees, or document processing before the employer has been verified.
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Fake Visa Agent Promising Guaranteed Approval
Scammers claim they can guarantee a visa, residence permit, work permit, or embassy appointment for Korea, Rep.. They often use copied government logos, fake receipts, and urgency tactics to collect upfront fees.
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